VDR M4 - Technical Manual

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Technical Manual
Manual No. 709502C0
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Table of Contents
Description Doc No Index
A: Introduction
How to use this manual 1
709540
Warnings, Handling
B: Technical Information
2
Technical specifications 709541
System description 709542 3

C: User Information
4
User Guide 709543
Professional Player Guide 709630 5

Investigative Authority Guide 709545 6
D: Installation Guides
7
Main Unit Installation Guide 709546
System Control&Alarm Unit and
Microphone Installation Guide
709712 8
Power Supply Unit 4 Installation Guide 709713 9
Capsule Installation Guide 709714 10
E: Accessories
11
Data Acquisition Unit Installation Guide 709845
Sixnet Installation Guide 709840 12

Portable Black Box Guide 709633 13
F: Appendix
14
List of drawings 709860
Drawings 15
Type Approval Documents, Delivery Test Certificate 16
Acceptance Record Certificate 17
Service Reports, Annual Performance Test Reports 18
Notes and Updates

Revisions:
Date Version Issue by Description
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2008-12-12 A1 ES Manual updated to C0
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2007-11-13 A3 NE Correction and updating
2008-11-25 A4 ES Corrections and updating
Table of contents
How to use this manual ..................................................................................................................... 3

Lethal Warning! ................................................................................................................................ 4
Shipping ............................................................................................................................................ 4
Storage............................................................................................................................................... 4
Handling ............................................................................................................................................ 4
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How to use this manual
This manual contains all on-board relevant documents related to the Simplified Voyage Data
Recorder (S-VDR) application and to the “full” Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) application of
Consilium VDR M4. In this manual the equipment is called VDR M4 or just VDR and will be
named S-VDR and “full VDR” only where necessary to separate the two types of application.
The purpose of this manual is to give written instructions for every-day use, accident /incident
procedures as well as for mechanical / electrical installation. It shall also include ship-related
documentation, drawings and reports.
Before start installing the VDR M4, please read Leathal Warning and Handling below and also
the System Description under Section B. Then read relevant Installation Guides.
Before using the VDR, please read System Description section B.
For looking up technical facts, please use Technical specifications in section B and Drawings in
section F.
NOTE: The setting up procedure, which shall be performed by specially trained technicians,
is described in a separate Commissioning Manual.
The sections in the Technical Manual are grouped as follows:
Section Index Content

A 1 Introduction – contains instructions for how to use the manual, how to
avoid accidents (warnings) and finally how to transport and store the
equipment (handling).
B 2-3 Technical information – contains table of Technical Specification for each
VDR M4 unit and a general System Description explaining the function of
the VDR units and how they are connected to each other.
C 4 User Guide – contains the instruction for the daily on board use of the VDR
M4, i.e. Incident backup, Data down load by routine, Alarms etc.
C 5 Professional Player Guide – contains instruction for how to use the replay
program after downloading data from the VDR M4.
C 6 Investigative Authority Guide – contains special instructions for
investigating autorities to download data after an incident or accident.
D 7-10 Installation Information – contains Installation Guides for mechanical and
electrical installation before setting the system to power, i.e. mounting,
cabling and cable termination of the VDR M4 standard units MU, SCU and
microphones, PSU and capsules.
E 11-13 Accessories – contains Installation Guides for mechanical and electrical
installation of optional units, e.g. Data Aquision Unit, Sixnet units and
Portable Black Box.
F 14-17 Appendix - contains Ship Specific Documents, such as: Drawings, Type
Approval Documents, Test Certificates and Service- and APT-reports.
We would appreciate all comments from readers and users that will help us improving this
manual. Consilium Navigation AB
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Lethal Warning!
Voltages within this equipment are sufficiently high to endanger life.
Covers are not to be removed, except by persons qualified and authorized to do so, and these
persons should always take extreme care once the covers have been removed.
Shipping
Following general rules apply:
• Inspection for damage during transport
• When the unit(s) arrives at destination, inspection should be performed immediately to
register any damage that may have occurred during transfer
• The customer is normally responsible for insurance during the transportation. If any damage is
found, both the insurance company and the shipping agent must be informed immediately
• The content of the goods shall also be compared with the Packing List. Complain regarding
the shipped content must be sent to Consilium Navigation AB within seven days from goods
arrival to the addressee.
Storage
After the material, contained in the boxes, has been inspected in the presence of customer and it
has been verified that no damage has occurred, the unit shall be stored in its original packing until
the time of installation. The storage premises must be dry and well protected.
If the electronic units must be kept in storage for more than one month, it is advisable to insert
hygroscope substances, such as silicon gel salts, in the crates.
Handling
The electrical part should be kept in their packing as long as possible and shall be unpacked at the
place of installation.
NOTE: It is necessary to follow these instructions for guarantee claims
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Handling
Shipping
Following general rules apply:
• Inspection for damage during transport
• When the unit(s) arrives at destination, inspection should be performed immediately to
register any damage that may have occurred during transfer
• The customer is normally responsible for insurance during the transportation. If any damage is
found, both the insurance company and the shipping agent must be informed immediately
• The content of the goods shall also be compared with the Packing List. Complain regarding the
shipped content must be sent to Consilium Navigation AB within seven days from goods
arrival to the addressee.
Storage
After the material, contained in the boxes, has been inspected in the presence of customer and it
has been verified that no damage has occurred, the unit shall be stored in its original packing until
the time of installation. The storage premises must be dry and well protected.
If the electronic units must be kept in storage for more than one month, it is advisable to insert
hygroscope substances, such as silicon gel salts, in the crates.
Handling
The electrical part should be kept in their packing as long as possible and shall be unpacked at the
place of installation.
NOTE: It is necessary to follow these instructions for guarantee claims
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2008-11-25 A3 ES Added microphones and buzzer
Table of Contents
Technical Specifications ................................................................................................3
S-VDR/VDR M4 System performance data..............................................................3
Main Unit (MU).........................................................................................................3
Power Supply Unit (PSU4)........................................................................................3
System Control&Alarm Unit (SCU, SD4-6) .............................................................4
Microphone (Type AM1) and Buzzer........................................................................5
Capsule PDU/PDU-S .................................................................................................5
Capsule L3 (HVR02, SVR02) ...................................................................................6
Capsule Jotron (Tron) ................................................................................................7
Portable Black Box (PBB) .........................................................................................7
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Technical Specifications
S-VDR/VDR M4 System performance data
VDR (Full VDR) According to IMO Resolution A.861 and
IEC 61996-1
S-VDR According to IMO MSC.163(78) and IEC 61996-2
Main Unit (MU)

Mechanical specification
Height 600mm
Width 500mm (560mm with fixed brackets)
Depth 250mm
Weight 30 kg
Electrical specification
Supply voltage 24VDC (19VDC- 28VDC)
Power consumption < 200VA
Output voltage 24VDC (19VDC- 28VDC)
Serial input 14 channels according to IEC 61162-1
2 channels according to IEC 61162-2
Jumper for termination resistor of 120Ω (default)
Serial input/ output 1 channel RS485
Serial output 4 channels according to IEC 61162-1
Pulse inputs 2 channels isolated pulse inputs (100-20000p/M)
(12V- 48V), Resolution: 0.1 knot at 50 knots,
Updating frequency 1.1Hz
Digital inputs 4 channels isolated digital inputs (12V- 48V)
Relay outputs 2 Switching relays, Rating: Maximum current 1A,
Maximum voltage: 125VAC, 60VDC,
Maximum switching capacity: 30W,
Minimum permissible load: 1mA, 5VDC
Service connection Ethernet, RJ45
Environmental specification
Enclosure material Steel
Enclosure protection IP22
EMC IEC 60945
Radiated Noise According to IEC 60945
Heat dissipation (max) = Power consumption
Color RAL 7032
Operating temperature 0° to +55°C
Operating Humidity 40 to 90 % RH (non condensing)
Power Supply Unit (PSU4)

Height 350mm
Width box 260mm (box), 320mm (including holders)
Depth 220mm
Weight 17 kg (including batteries)
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Supply voltage 115/230VAC, auto-ranging
Power consumption < 200VA, normal operation
Tolerance +/- 15%
Frequency 47-63Hz
Max input current 3.4A rms @ 115VAC
Max inrush current < 40A @ 230VAC, 25°C, cold start
Fusing 2 pcs. F5A in fuse holders at ALARM AND FILTER
BOARD. Rectifier is also protected by internal F5A
fuse.
Output voltage 19 – 27.2VDC
AC OFF (Battery operation) 19 – 24.5VDC
AC ON (Battery charging) 24 – 27.2VDC
Battery fuse 2-pole 7A circuit breaker
Serial inputs RS-232
Serial outputs RS-232
Battery specification:
Type Valve regulated Lead-Acid
Manufacturer Yuasa NP 12-12 or similar
Voltage 12V per block
Expected life 3-5 years at 20° C
Capacity 12Ah, dimensioned to provide min 2h backup
Enclosure material Steel
Enclosure protection IEC 60945, IP44
EMC IEC 60945
Heat dissipation (max) = Power consumption
Color RAL 7032
Operating temperature 0° to +55° C
Operating Humidity 40 % to 90 % RH (non condensing)
System Control&Alarm Unit (SCU, SD4-6)

Height 144mm
Width 144mm
Depth 15mm
Weight 0.5 kg
Supply voltage 10-32VDC (12 or 24VDC nominal)
Current 400mA max, max light level & lamp test
Serial input Isolated IEC 61162-1 (NMEA)
Remote inputs 3 inputs with internal pull-up to +5V, activated by
grounding to 0V
Serial output Standard IEC 61162-1 (NMEA) based on RS485
driver
DC output +5V with 35mA current capacity
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Enclosure material Painted aluminium (frame)
Enclosure protection IP66 in SD4 BMB box. IEC 60945 ”exposed” in
watertight cabinet. Otherwise ”protected”
EMC IEC 60945
Radiated Noise According to IEC 60945
Color Black
Operating temperature 0° to +55° C
Microphone (type AM1) and Buzzer (type SD4)

Height 144mm, microphone with housing; 168mm
Width 48mm, microphone with housing; 48mm
Depth Microphone 30mm, with housing 51mm, buzzer
28mm
Weight 0.2 kg, including housing 0.53kg
Enclosure material Aluminium
Enclosure protection IP66 in housing
Color Black
Data Acquisition Unit (DAU)

See DAU Installation Guide, 709845.
Capsule PDU/PDU-S
Dimensions capsule H = 316mm, Ǿ = 220mm
Dimensions mounting base H = 63mm, Ǿ = 320mm
Dimensions capsule + base H = 359mm, Ǿ = 320mm, W = 360mm
Weight 33 kg
Dimensions junction box H = 160mm, D = 85.5mm, W = 208mm
(optional)
Weight junction box 2.0 kg excluding cables
Memory Type Solid State
Capacity 12 hrs minimum (optional up to 8GB memory)
Computer Interface 10Base-T(IEEE802.3) / 100Base-TX(IEEE802.3u)
Release mechanism 50 lb pull on release clamp
Underwater Acoustic Beacon SA 8405 compliant
Compass safety distance 1m
Cable length 20m
Supply Voltage 24VDC +/-20%
Power Consumption 10W nominal
Power Variation 19.2 - 28.8VDC
Excessive Conditions 16-36VDC, Fuse cutoff >36VDC, reverse polar
Dangerous Voltage IP22
Fuse – Junction box 500mA
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Material Steel
Color Fluorescent International Orange
Regulatory Specifications IEC 61996, 60945, IMO A.861(20)
Shock 50g, 11ms, 1/2 sine, 3 orthogonal directions, 3 shocks
each
Penetration 250kg weight with 100mm pin dropped from 3 meter
Low Temp Fire 10 hours @ 260° C
High Temp Fire 1 hour @ 1100° C
Deep-Sea Immersion 6000MPa (6000 meters) for 24 hours
Seawater Immersion 3MPa (3 meters) for 30 days
Dry Heat 70° C storage test, 55° C functional test
Damp Heat 40° C and 93% humidity functional test
Low Temperature -25° C functional test
Rain 30 minutes @ 100 liters/min from 2.5 meters
Vibrations 2-5 to 13.2Hz +/-1mm, 13.2-100Hz @7m/s/s
Capsule L3 (HVR02, SVR02)

Dimensions HVR H = 200mm, Ǿ = 178mm
Dimensions SVR H = 197mm, Ǿ = 178mm
Dimensions mounting base W = 201mm
Weight HVR 8.7 kg
Weight SVR 8.1 kg
Recording time 12 hours of radar, sensor and audio data
Computer Interface Ethernet
Underwater Acoustic Beacon SAE AS 8045 compliant, supplied with unit
Supply Voltage 24VDC +/-20%
Power Consumption 5W, max at 24VDC
Material Steel
Color HVR Fluorescent Orange
Color SVR Fluorescent Orange, White
Regulatory Specifications IEC 61996, 60945, IMO A.861(20)
Shock IEC 68-2-27 50 g´s, 11 ms, half-sine shock
Penetration HVR 100mm pin diameter, 250 kg dropped from 3 meters
Fire protection 50 000 BTU/sq foot/hour for 10 hours at 260° C
60 minutes at 1100° C
Deep-Sea Immersion 6000 meters depth
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Capsule Jotron (Tron) - For S-VDR only

Weight Approx. 3.5 kg, capsule + bracket 4.6 kg
Dimensions capsule H = 570mm, Ǿ = 188mm
Dimensions bracket H = 695mm, D = 112mm, W = 166mm
Dimensions capsule + bracket L = 695mm, W = 226mm
Dimensions junction box H = 82mm, 110mm incl cable glands,
D = 57.5mm, W = 127mm
Storage media 2 GB flash disc (standard)
Computer Interface Ethernet 10BaseT (10Mbit)
Release mechanism Hydrostatic Hammar H20
Cable length 2.5m
External supply voltage 10-30VDC
Current consumption S-VDR 0.25A at 24VDC
Material Polycarbonate with 10% glass fiber
Color Fluorescent International Orange
Regulatory Specifications IEC-61996, 60945, IMO A.861(20)
Temperature range -20 to +55° C (operating), -40 to +70° C (storage)
Deep-Sea Immersion 10m at 5 min
Portable Black Box (PBB)

(Not according to IMO mandatory regulations)
Weight PBB 1 = 1.5 kg, PBB 2 = 1.5 kg
Dimensions PBB 1 H = 182mm, D = 218mm, W = 60mm
Max capacity PBB 1 = 250GB, PBB 2 = 400GB
LAN port RJ45 (preferably a shielded connector),
10/100/1000Mbps
Software Consilium
External supply voltage PBB 1 = 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz
PBB 2 = 90-230VAC, 50-60Hz
Internal supply voltage 12VDC
Continuous power Up to 18W
Agency certification PBB 1 = FCC Class B, CE
PBB 2 = FCC Class B, CE Class B, BSMI Class C
Environment PBB 1 = RoHS compliant
Temperature range 10 to 35° C (operating), -10 to 70° C (storage)
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FRM
Final Recording Medium
Date & Time Main Unit (Capsule)
IEC 61162/ ETHERNET
Position
NMEA
Speed DCU
Heading (Data Collecting Unit)
SCU
AIS System Control &
Alarm Unit
(SD4-6)
Ship Audio AMU OUTPUT OF
Audio Mixer Unit
(Microphones) Ship’s Ethernet Interface
VHF SIU Service/Investigator’s
System Integration Unit
Ethernet Interface
RECORDED DATA
Video (Radar) RGU USB
Radar Grabber Unit
Memory Stick
ETU
Ethernet & Firewall Unit
IEC 61162/
Other items to
be recorded NMEA
PSU
Analogue/Dig External interfaces Power Supply Unit
signals
Sixnet or DAU (incl. batteries)
Data Aquision Unit
(Optional / Full VDR)
115/230 VAC
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2007-08-20 A2 NE Updated to latest version
Table of Contents
General.................................................................................................................................3
Function ...........................................................................................................................3
Units.....................................................................................................................................3
Main Unit .........................................................................................................................4
PSU ..................................................................................................................................6
SCU..................................................................................................................................6
FRM / Capsule .................................................................................................................6
DAU.................................................................................................................................6
VDR M4 System Process.....................................................................................................7
Input Data.........................................................................................................................7
Stored Data.......................................................................................................................8
Alarm ...............................................................................................................................8
Data outputs .....................................................................................................................8
USB output.......................................................................................................................8
PBB ..................................................................................................................................8
Investigative Authority download and Service................................................................8
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General
The VDR M4 is designed to meet the performance requirements and technical characteristics
for simplified ship borne voyage data recorders (S-VDRs) as required by IMO MSC.163(78)
and IEC 61996-2. However the VDR M4 can easily be expanded to a “full VDR”, e.g.
meeting performance requirements and technical characteristics for ship borne voyage data
recorders (VDRs) as required by the IMO Resolution A.861 and IEC 61996-1.
In this manual the equipment is called S-VDR/VDR M4 or VDR M4 where the description is
the same for both versions, and will be named S-VDR or “full VDR” only where necessary
for separating the two different applications.
Function
Input Data is received by the VDR M4 from different sources (instruments, controls
indicators etc.) on the bridge. Depending on type of source, the signals can be:
• Video signals Radar
• Audio signals Microphones, VHF
• Analogue signals Controls, Meters and Gauges
• On/Off signals Indication-, Alarm/warning-lamps
The Video and Audio signals are transformed to and stored as JPG-files and mp2-files
respectively. The Analogue signals and the On/Off signals are transferred to serial data
messages according to IEC 61162 or NMEA standards or occasionally to other proprietary
standards.
All received Input Data are time stamped and saved for 12 hours in the VDR M4 final
recording memory (FRM) in the capsule. One 12 hour period of the saved data can be stored
for a longer period, e.g. at Incident or Accidents, by a special Back-up procedure. That data
is saved in a special memory in the VDR M4, but outside the capsule. All saved data can be
transferred in different ways to be stored in other data memories, external to the VDR M4,
and can then replayed from there. Special replay software is needed to replay such stored
data.
Units
The VDR M4 comprises following units:
Main Unit (MU) comprising Data Collecting Unit (DCU) Board

Audio Mixer Unit (AMU) Board
Radar Grabber Unit (RGU) Board
System Integration (SIU) Unit Board
Ethernet switch / Firewall Unit (ETU)
DC/DC Converter
USB Incident/Accident memory
Power Supply Unit (PSU) Including 2hrs reserve power batteries
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System Control&Alarm Unit (SCU) Remote Control and Alarm Panel
Fixed or Float-free Capsule Including the FRM e.g. Final Recording Medium
The MU and the PSU are two separated steel cabinets. They can be placed anywhere indoors
on the bridge or a space in the vicinity of the bridge. The SCU must be placed at the conning
navigation work station on the bridge. The Capsule shall be placed on external deck in the
vicinity of the bridge.
The daily user communication with the VDR M4 is via SCU. There is no display or other
buttons on any unit. However, a portable PC/laptop can be connected to the VDR M4 for
authorized communication e.g. service, annual performance tests (APT) and Investigative
Authority downloading of data. This connection needs special pass words. An external
Portable Backup Box (PBB) or a ship’s computer can also be connected via a local network
(optional).
The main memory of the VDR M4 is that in the FRM (Capsule). A copy of the capsule data
can be stored on an Incident/Accident USB memory stick, which is placed in the locked
MU. It can also be used as a transfer memory of data to and from the VDR M4. There is no
other ship data memory built in the VDR M4. When the VDR M4 is connected to an external
memory e.g. in a PBB (Portable Backup Box) or an external ships computer, data can also be
stored there continuously (optional functions)
Replaying of data can be performed on dedicated external PC with the Consilium Player
software installed and equipped with an Ethernet or USB data input.
Main Unit
The main unit is a steel cabinet of approximately H = 600, W = 500, D = 230 mm for wall
mounting. It has one door and cable glands are in the bottom. The boards are mounted in the
cabinet as shown on figure below.
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VDR M4.0 Main Unit
DC/DC conv
SIU boards
RGU board
Covered by a
plate
USB Memory stick

Fan
AMU
DCU board
In/out for board
IEC 61162/NMEA Microphones
Fuses
ETU
RS 485, USB VHF

Puls inputs Mic. control
On/off inputs
Video
Cable glands
input
Sockets for cable connections are shown in the MU Installation Manual.
DCU
The Data Collecting board can receive signals from 14 IEC 61162-1/NMEA sources but it
can also communicate over two IEC 61162-2 / high speed NMEA and one channel RS485. It
has two opto isolated inputs for pulses (100-20000p/M) with 24 V power feed facility and
four opto isolated digital (on/off) inputs. Two switching relays can be controlled.
AMU
The Audio Mixer board can connect up to eight self controlled microphones plus two VHF
separated, on together four audio channels. There is also room for another four, not
controlled, audio inputs.
RGU
The Radar Grabber board can directly handle up to four RGB video inputs, which is more
than sufficient according to both S-VDR and “full-VDR” regulations.
SIU
The System integration boards includes the processor and internal memory for supervising of
the VDR System
ETU
The Ethernet switch Unit is for all external and internal Ethernet communication.
DC/DC converter
A separate DC/DC converter supplies the MU boards with internal DC power.
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USB Memory Stick

The USB memory stick is placed in a holder behind the locked door of the main unit cabinet.
The purpose of the USB memory stick is to save one 12 hours period of data for
Incident/Accident investigation, from being erased automatically. The memory can keep
one such last 12 hours period when activated from the SCU (see Backup procedure in User
Guide). This memory is also accessible for the crew / ship company for own internal
investigations or training.
PSU
The Power Supply Unit is placed in a separate wall mounted steel cabinet of about the same
size as the MU. It can be fed with 230VAC and with 115VAC from the ship emergency
source of electrical power. The PSU supplies the VDR M4 with 24 VDC. It also includes
necessary batteries to power the VDR M4 for 2hours of audio recording after ship’s
emergency power is lost. That process is controlled by the SIU in MU.
SCU
The System Control&Alarm Unit is a Consilium SD4 instrument type 6. It is an alarm and
remote instrument for the VDR M4 which must be placed at the conning navigation work
station on the bridge. It has an incident button which will save a 12 hours period of data. The
alarm function tells what type of alarm/alert or warning the VDR M4 is generating. Relay
and serial outputs are available for connection to external alarms or a central alarm table.
FRM / Capsule
The Final Recording Medium is placed in a capsule which is designed either for “full VDR”
or S-VDR demands. The VDR M4 can be equipped with three main types of capsules:
• Type A: Highlander, also called PDU for full VDR and PDU-S for S-VDR
installations
• Type B: L3, also called HVR for full VDR or SVR for S-VDR installations
• Type C: Tron (Jotron), only for S-VDR installations
The FRM is saving data during 12 hours and then starts to erase the oldest information
minute by minute. The FRM data can be downloaded from the capsule to an external laptop
computer or, by optional installation, to a PBB (Portable Black Box) or a permanently
network connected external PC on board the ship.
DAU
The Data Acquisition Unit is mounted in a separate steel cabinet of about the same size as
MU. It can receive and convert all type of analogue, digital (on/off) or synchro signals,
occurring on ship instruments, which must be recorded by a “full VDR”. The DAU is an
optional unit. The DAU will normally not be needed at S-VDR installations as an S-VDR has
all data available in IEC 61162/NMEA format. At solitary non IEC 61162/NMEA signals
Sixnet Modules will be used instead of the DAU.
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VDR M4 System Process

FRM
Final Recording Medium
Date & Time Main Unit (Capsule)
IEC 61162/ ETHERNET
Position
NMEA
Speed DCU
Heading (Data Collecting Unit)
SCU
AIS System Control &
Alarm Unit
(SD4-6)
Ship Audio AMU
OUTPUT OF
Audio Mixer Unit
(Microphones) Ship’s Ethernet Interface
VHF SIU Service/Investigator’s
System Integration Unit
Ethernet Interface
RECORDED DATA
Video (Radar) RGU USB
Radar Grabber Unit
Memory Stick
ETU
Ethernet & Firewall Unit
IEC 61162/
Other items to
be recorded NMEA
PSU
Analogue/Dig External interfaces Power Supply Unit
signals
Sixnet or DAU (incl. batteries)
Data Aquision Unit
(Optional / Full VDR)
115/230 VAC
Input Data
Date & Time and Ship position is normally received from the GPS in IEC 61162/NMEA
format. The signal goes to the DCU board in the MU.
Normally this also holds for Speed, Heading and AIS information. Older Heading Gyros and
Speed Logs may have the output in other formats but due to the regulations for AIS
installations there are most often IEC 61162/NMEA signals available. However the DCU
also has an input for pulse signals (100-20000p/M) with a 24V power feed facility.
Ships Audio can be received from up to eight self controlled microphones plus 2 VHF
separated on together four audio channels and connected to the AMU board. There is also
room for another four audio inputs. The microphones are of Consilium’s own, high
performing design and are available for indoor and outdoor mounting. Normally three to four
microphones and one VHF will cover the VDR regulation demands.
The Radar is connected via a special video input and is then prepared by the RGU. One
picture every 15 second from the radar master display is sufficient for an ordinary VDR
installation. Only when the radar has no video output and no video interface is available on
the market (i.e. special manufacturing is needed) is it possible to omit the radar recording
and instead use the AIS information.
NOTE: At S-VDR installations any other data items listed for the “full VDR” (IMO
Resolution A.861 and IEC 61162) must be recorded if they are available in IEC 61162
format. “NMEA-like” serial signals (i.e. in proprietary formats) may, but must not be
recorded.
Analogue, digital (On/Off) and synchro signals etc. from “other items to be recorded” can be
necessary to convert at a “full VDR” installation. Main alarms, rudder order/response, engine
order/response, hull openings, water tight doors and fire doors are still very rarely available
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in serial format and needs conversion to serial signals before connected to the VDR M4.
Such conversion is performed in the DAU or in separate Sixnet-modules.
NOTE: A few (four) digital signals can be connected directly to the DCU.
Stored Data
All data received through the DCU, AMU, RGU boards is prepared by the SIU and sent to
the FRM (Capsule). The ETU is sending the Ethernet data do correct addresses. Data is
normally streamed to the FRM and the USB memory in MU if no other directives are given.
Alarm
The SCU unit communicates with the MU by serial connection. If there is an alarm or a
warning condition in the VDR M4 the SCU starts alarming. A short description of the alarm
is shown on the SCU display. For further information; see the User Guide.
Data outputs
Due to data safety reasons there is a data firewall in the ETU. All VDR data is protected by
passwords.
USB output
There is an USB output which has an USB memory connected for accident/incident storing
of the last 12 hours FRM memory (see USB memory stick above).
PBB
A Portable Black Box (optional) can be connected to the ETU for further enlarging the
memory beyond regulated size.
Investigative Authority download and Service

There is a dedicated Ethernet output on the ETU for Investigative Authority purpose. A
portable PC/laptop can then be connected for downloading data from the FRM in capsule or
from the USB accident/incident memory. Other authorized communication e.g. at service,
annual performance tests (APT) can be performed via the ETU.
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2005-11-28 A1 NE Annex completed with MSC circ 1024
2006-12-06 A2 PL Corrections
2007-02-25 A3 NE Modified Backup procedure to M4.1
2007-10-23 B0 NE Modified to simplified backup procedure, alarms, pictures
2008-12-04 B1 ES New quick guide, rearrangements
Where to call in case of problems or faults

Consilium Navigation maintains a call centre service at:
Call: +46 8 563 051 00, ask for Service Department Consilium Navigation.
Fax: +46 8 563 051 99
Email: service-navigation@consilium.se
The Call Centre is open during office hours, 08.00 – 16.30, UTC+1.
Please note: Email is the preferred method of communication. Please state the fault or
problem as fully as possible, mentioning all details that could be relevant for solving the
problem.
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Table of Contents
1 VDR M4 – Overview.........................................................................................................4
1.1 System Control and Alarm Unit (SCU) type SD4-6................................................. 4
1.1.1 Incidents/Accidents............................................................................................4
1.1.2 Alarms/Warnings ...............................................................................................5
1.1.3 Annual performance test (APT).........................................................................5
2 Incidents and Accidents .....................................................................................................6
2.1 Incident/Accident Backup to an USB memory stick ................................................ 6
2.1.1 Backup procedure ..............................................................................................6
2.2 Download to a temporarily connected external laptop ............................................. 7
2.3 Download to a permanently connected PBB ............................................................ 7
2.4 Download by a direct connection from the capsule to an investigator computer ..... 7
3 Alarms and warnings .........................................................................................................8
3.1 Mute and acknowledge alarms.................................................................................. 9
3.2 Alarm list and actions following Alarms and Warnings......................................... 10
3.3 Fuses ....................................................................................................................... 14
3.4 LED’s...................................................................................................................... 15
4 Regulations ......................................................................................................................16
4.1 Purpose of VDR...................................................................................................... 16
4.2 Carriage requirements and data items to be recorded ............................................. 16
4.3 Resistance to tampering and Continuity of operation............................................. 16
4.4 Ownership of VDR information ............................................................................. 16
4.5 Annual performance test (APT).............................................................................. 17
Annex 1 - Guidelines ...............................................................................................................18
Annex 2 - Quick Guide - Backup Procedure ...........................................................................20
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1 VDR M4 – Overview
This first paragraph gives a quick overview of the VDR M4 and how it shall be operated.
The VDR M4 is designed to work automatically without any break or supervision at all. The
only reasons to care about the VDR M4 are:
• at incidents/accidents - to remember to save (back up) and decide if data shall be
moved to another memory
• at alarms or warnings, if any - to find out what reason(s) have caused the alarm or the
warning
• at the annual performance tests, which also includes service of the VDR - to assure
that the VDR functions correctly
We recommend the user to start reading “System Description” and then read the detailed
guide below, particularly chapter 2; “Incidents and Accidents”, which is necessary to know
by heart at a stressed incident or accident situation. It is also recommended to include the
procedure at incidents and accidents in the ship’s management system.
1.1 System Control and Alarm Unit (SCU) type SD4-6
The SCU shall be placed at the conning position on the bridge, i.e. from where the vessel is
normally navigated.
1.1.1 Incidents/Accidents
Data recorded to the Final Recording Medium (FRM) in the Capsule is simultaneously
recorded to the USB memory stick placed behind the locked door of the VDR M4 Main Unit
cabinet. At an incident or accident it is possible to “freeze” the last 12 hours period of VDR-
recorded data on that USB memory stick, by pressing the Backup button at the SCU for more
than 2 sec. Such saved data will not be erased after 12 hours unless the USB stick is removed
from the VDR MU (see below).
NOTE: The USB memory stick can be removed from its holder in MU and copied to
another external computer. When replaced again in the MU the data will be gradually
erased. It is recommended to use at least two Consilium formatted USB memory sticks
for saving more than one Incident/Accident.
Only use Consilium USB stick otherwise guarantee is not valid.
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USB USB
Place of units, boards and USB Backup Memory stick in MU

NOTE: The on-board standing orders at incident and accident (Management System)
shall include the relevant backup procedure, including instructions for how to get access
to the USB memory stick in the locked VDR M4 Main Unit.
Regarding procedure at investigation on board from authorities after accidents, see chapter
2.4 further in this guide and in the Investigative Authority Guide.
1.1.2 Alarms/Warnings
At an alarm there is a sound which can be muted with the mute button down left at the SCU.
The Alarm LED will light and the displays will show information about the alarm. At
Warnings there is no sound but the Warning LED will be on (see chapter 3 in this guide).
NOTE: When a bridge equipment, which also is an item to be recorded, is turned off
intentionally, e.g. the radar or the speed log, there is automatically a warning. This is a
normal procedure telling that the VDR is not recording according to its configured set-
up.
NOTE: Once every 12 hour there is a short beep heard from each microphone. This is
also a normal procedure to assure a normal operation of the audio recordings on the
bridge.
1.1.3 Annual performance test (APT)

A certificate of compliance affirming that the VDR has passed the APT must be kept on
board to certify to inspecting authorities that the VDR is working properly. The test is
normally performed together with other annual classification works of the vessel. See chapter
2.5 in this manual.
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2 Incidents and Accidents

The last 12 hours VDR data is always retained on the Capsule. That data can be saved on
other memories by different methods (IEC 61996 4.5.1.Operation):
1. Incident/Accident Backup to an USB stick. Action initiated from SCU (see 2.1) and
then copied to an external laptop, e.g. by the crew or Investigative Authority.
2. Download to an external laptop, temporarily connected e.g. by Investigative
Authority. Action initiated from the external laptop computer.
3. Download to a permanently connected Portable Black Box (PBB) or external ship
computer. Action initiated from the PBB/external computer. The PBB is an optional
installation.
4. Download by a direct connection to a rescued Capsule to an investigator’s computer.
(Always contact Consilium).
2.1 Incident/Accident Backup to an USB memory stick

Data stored on the FRM in the Capsule is simultaneously stored on the USB memory stick
placed behind the locked door of the VDR M4 Main Unit (MU). Like the FRM, that memory
will include the latest 12 hours of recorded data. At an incident or accident it is possible to
“freeze” the VDR-data on that USB memory stick. Such saved data will not be erased after
12 hours unless overwritten by a new Backup.
Therefore an USB memory stick must always be connected to the USB socket in the VDR
MU.
NOTE: The USB stick must be delivered by Consilium to assure a safe function.
2.1.1 Backup procedure

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The Backup procedure is performed from the SCU.
A. How to complete a Backup

The Backup can be performed in any situation as long as the NORMAL OPERATION
red LED placed over the Backup Button is ON.
Press Backup button

The display shows:
PRESS 2 SEC TO Red LED placed over
Backup Button
STOP BACKUP
After 2 seconds depressing of the Backup button the display shows:

STOPPING
BACKUP…
And shortly after that:
BACKUP READY -
SAVED TO USB-MEM
The USB memory now contains the latest 12 hrs recorded data until removed from
and placed back in its holder in MU.
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B. Decide if the USB memory stick in MU shall be removed -

for copying it’s data to another medium – or remain in MU for
downloading by an investigative authority.
While the stick is removed there is a warning:
USB MEMORY
NOT CONNECTED USB memory stick in holder in MU
NOTE: When the saved data includes information which can be subject to an authority
investigation, to proof its unhampered origin, we strongly recommend not removing the
USB memory stick from the holder in the VDR, unless for intentionally giving access to
another incident/accident backup.
If the Incident button is pressed a second time without removing the USB memory
stick for copying to other media, there is a warning:
BACKUP NOT AVAILABLE
To be able to record data again the USB memory stick must be removed from and
replaced in its holder, or replaced by another USB memory stick delivered by
Consilium.
C. Replace the USB memory stick back into it’s holder in MU again
After a few seconds the red led over the Backup Button is on and the display goes
back to the view it had before the backup started.
NOTE: When the USB stick is replaced after it has been taken out from its holder in
MU, the VDR starts streaming data to it, erasing the oldest minutes first.
NOTE: If the USB is removed from its holder in MU without a previous Backup
procedure, it will include the latest 12 hrs period of data, up to that very minute.
2.2 Download to a temporarily connected external laptop

This procedure shall only be used by an Investigative Authority Inspector or a specially
trained Service Engineer. See Investigative Authority Guide.
2.3 Download to a permanently connected PBB

This is an optional connection. See instruction in Portable Black Box Guide.
2.4 Download by a direct connection from the capsule to an investigator

computer
This should be performed only by an authorized technician specially trained by Consilium. If
any risk that the FRM has been exposed to any damage, contact Consilium Navigation AB,
Nacka, Sweden.
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3 Alarms and warnings

At an alarm there is a sound which can be muted with the mute button down left at the SCU.
The Alarm LED will show a red light and the displays will show information about the alarm.
At Warnings there is no sound but the Warning LED will show a red light.
Description of Fig 1:
1. The top display, “Messages, total number” tells the number of contemporary warning
and alarm messages.
2. The next display, “Message ID” tells the identification number of the warning or
alarm. At more than one message the numbers can be scrolled by using the + and –
buttons. The Alarm list (placed at the end of this chapter) tells details and
recommended action at each alarm/warning.
3. The Alarm and Warning LED’s will show a flashing red light until they are
acknowledged. When the displayed alarm is acknowledged the LED will change from
flashing to steady light. When the fault is corrected the LED will be turned off.
4. The third (larger) text display gives short information of what kind of alarm or
warning that is running.
5. Buttons for mute/acknowledge, backup, message scroll and dim/test (see fig 2).
Fig 1: Displays 1. Total number of

warnings and alarms
3. Warning LED
2. ID number of the Alarm LED
alarm/warning
4. Info about the
alarm/warning
5. Buttons (see below)
Fig 2: Buttons
Mute/ Backup Scroll Dim/ test,

Ack, see +/- one button
see chapter 2 Scroll up/down for dim-
below up/down function, both
between buttons for testing
messages LED-functions
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3.1 Mute and acknowledge alarms

The mute/acknowledge and backup instruction sticker below is supplied with the VDR. It is
recommended to be attached close to the SCU.
Alarm mute/acknowledge instruction

Press one time to mute the buzzer (buzzer repeats after app. 5 min)
Press a second time to acknowledge the displayed alarm
(buzzer will not repeat). Alarm LED will change from flashing to steady.
Check fault, consult manual
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Press and hold for two seconds Message id.
Warning
174 Alarm
When display shows; BACKUP READY –

SAVED TO USB-MEM
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Mute/acknowledge an alarm:
1. Press one time to mute the buzzer. Buzzer will repeat after app. 5 min.
2. Press a second time to acknowledge the displayed alarm (two times in a row for mute
and acknowledge at the same time).
3. Check and repair fault.
4. If more than one alarm, scroll up or down to next alarm and repeat the procedure.
NOTE: It is important to mute the buzzer, acknowledge and check the fault for each
and every alarm. Use the message scroll to move between the alarms.
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3.2 Alarm list and actions following Alarms and Warnings

Any alarm status indicates some specific VDR malfunction, which should always be
investigated to provide guidance to relevant action.
Any Warning indicates an abnormal status of the VDR, which the Officer on Watch must
be informed about.
The identity numbers along with an explanation and troubleshooting help are listed in the
table below.
See page 2 for Consilium Navigation contact information.
Message Alarm / Message description Explanation Required action

ID
General faults
001 Alarm. System Failure VDR not operating / Check serial cable
communication to remote connections between Main
display not working unit and remote display.
Check other alarms
002 Alarm. Lost main power No power to VDR. VDR will Find cause of power loss,
work on UPS for 2 hrs check fuses
004 Alarm. Data lost Recorded data lost Consult Consilium
005 Alarm. Flash failure Internal memory error
Audio
100 Alarm. Audio general failure Error in calling Audio API Consult Consilium
101 Alarm. Audio failure Sound gap in recording
102 Alarm. Audio failure Compress error

103 Alarm. Audio failure General failure
Hires-Video
120 Warning. Video failure Signal missing Consult Manual
121 Warning. Video input -1 System is powered off Measure input signal at
Cable break/disconnected Main unit.
122 Warning. Video input -2 Check cables and
Corrupted/bad video signal
from source connections (verify cable
123 Warning. Video input -3
screen).
124 Warning. Video input -4 Restart system
RGU-Video
130 Warning. Video failure No connection to RGU Check cables/connections
(verify cable screen).
131 Warning. Video input -1 Signal missing
Measure input signal at
132 Warning. Video input -2 No video data from RGU. Main unit.
System is powered off Analyze missing video
Cable break/disconnected source. Contact appropriate
134 Warning. Video input -4 service
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Message Alarm / Message description Explanation Required action

ID
135 Warning. Video input -1 Data missing. Check cables/connections
136 Warning. Video input -2 Measure input signal at
No data from RGU.
Main unit.
137 Warning. Video input -3 Analyze missing video
source. Contact appropriate
service
139 Warning. Video failure RGU initialization failed
CCTV
160 Warning. CCTV camera 1 Missing input from camera #1 Switch on/restart CCTV
system.
161 Warning. CCTV camera 2 Missing input from camera #2
Analyze missing video
162 Warning. CCTV camera 3 Missing input from camera #3 source.
Check cables/connections.
Contact appropriate service
169 Warning. CCTV failure General CCTV video failure Reboot CCTV server
Backup
170 Warning. Backup error Current backup interrupted Consult Manual
174 Warning. Backup ready – The USB memory now Decide if the USB memory
saved to USB-mem contains the latest 12hrs data shall be removed or remain.
See NOTE 3, 5 and 6
175 Warning. USB memory corrupt Current backup interrupted Reinsert or change USB
memory
176 Warning. USB memory not Current backup interrupted Reinsert or change USB
connected memory
177 Warning. R. Backup failed PBB or other backup Check cables and
computer. connections to the backup
Current on-line backup failed. computer.
See PBB guide for further
instructions.
Watchdog
190 Alarm. Watchdog error Configuration error. Contact Consilium
Watchdog drive missing
191 Alarm. Watchdog error
192 Alarm. Watchdog error
Sixnet analogue/digital interface
200 Alarm. Sixnet digital in signal Missing digital input signal Check Sixnet power supply
missing
201 Alarm. Sixnet analog in signal Missing analogue input signal Check Sixnet connections
missing and cables
202 Alarm. Sixnet failure General Sixnet failure Restart Sixnet gateway
Contact Consilium
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NMEA serial input

221 Warnings. “NNN” Signal The signal specified on Check if specified unit is on.
to missing. display is missing Restart
330 Check signal and
connections
Consult drawings
301 Warnings. NMEA Com #. The IEC 61162/NMEA signal Find actual unit connected
to Signal missing to specified com # is missing. to com#
330 Consult drawings
Check outputs and
connections
VDR
400 Alarm. VDR failure General VDR Failure Contact Consilium
VUB/DCU
409 Alarm. No DCU signal Software failure Contact Consilium
410 Alarms. “NNN” voltage error The power is missing to Check fuse. Consult chapter
to displayed unit or sub unit. in this manual to find
position of fuse
419
Microphone Test
460 Alarm. Mic 1 self test failed The microphone(s) in Is the alarm recurrent?
question has stopped working Single self tests can fail due
461 Alarm. Mic 2 self test failed or have weak reception. to simultaneous high noise
e.g. other alarms.
462 Alarm. Mic 3 self test failed
Check connections to the
463 Alarm. Mic 4 self test failed microphone and for visual
damage.
Change the microphone(s)
465 Alarm. Mic 6 self test failed Alarm will be present 12 hrs
466 Alarm. Mic 7 self test failed until next self-test
Power Supply
500 Alarm. PSU failure No contact with PSU Check connections PSU-
MU and fuse. Restart PSU.
Contact Consilium
501 Alarm. PSU battery No Battery error Check connections, cables,
connection fuse, battery
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UTC
700 Alarm. UTC sync failure Time and date (ZDA) from Restart GPS.
GPS not correct or missing. Check that designated port
GPS sending information with is activated.
different checksum Too many NMEA sentences
are activated on the port,
causing timeout. Turn of
every sentence not needed.
Check/change settings for

NMEA version in GPS (1,5
or 2,0).
Check/change sending
interval on ZDA to every 1
second
Capsule type L3
800 Alarm. Capsule no connection Capsule, connection failure. Check cables/ connections
Lost communication, high between capsule, junction
network traffic box and MU
801 Alarm. Capsule data lost Data missing in capsule. Contact Consilium
High network traffic
802 Alarm. Capsule space Possible error. Capsule Verify radar picture on
insufficient memory not enough if current monitor for extensive
recording size continues for amount of echoes.
12 hrs See note below.
Check if CAT5 cable is
wrongly connected.
If error occurs at open sea;

Contact Consilium
803 Warning. Capsule data lost Data sequence interrupted. If remaining after 12 hrs or
Appears after alarm 800, 801, repeated, contact
802 and/or 804, 805. Consilium.
Informs that data have been
lost. Warning active for 12 hrs
804 Warning. Capsule internal loop Capsule memory error Contact Consilium
error
Capsule type PDU or Jotron Tron

900 Alarm. Capsule no connection Capsule connection failure Check cables/ connections
910 between capsule, junction
box and MU.
901 Alarm. Capsule data lost Data missing in capsule Contact Consilium
911
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902 Alarm. Capsule space Possible error. Capsule Verify radar picture on radar
912 insufficient memory not enough if current monitor for extensive
recording size continues for amount of echoes.
12 hrs. Se note below.
If error occurs at open sea;
Contact Consilium
903 Warning. Capsule data lost Data sequence interrupted. If remaining after 12 hrs or
913 Appears after alarm 900, 901, repeated, contact Consilium
902 and/or 904, 905.
Informs that data have been
lost. Warning is active for 12
hrs
904 Warning. Capsule internal loop Capsule memory error Contact Consilium
914 error
905 Alarm. Capsule internal status Internal failure in capsule Contact Consilium
915 error
NOTE: Alarm No 802/902/912 can occur occasionally when radar screen is filled with
echoes e.g. sea/rain clutter or when the ship is in harbor or in narrow archipelago. If so
the alarm will disappear after 30 min on open sea or when radar range is increased.
3.3 Fuses
The fuses are mounted on the DCU connection board on the left side in the main unit (see fig
1 and 2).
Marking placed above fuse

DCU – internal
SIU – system
PDU - capsule
SCU - display
AUX 1,2 – 24V output
IO – e.g. speed log relay
Fig 1: Main Unit Fig 2: Fuses at DCU connection board
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The fuses are according to the table below:

Label/ Signal Signal explanation Term Fuse
order number
F1 +24V_DCU Internal power supply for Data 3.15A SB
Collecting Unit (5x20mm)
F2 +24V_SIU Power supply to DC/DC converter 14 5A SB
for the System Integration Unit, (5x20mm)
VMU and MU144
F3 +24V_PDU Power supply to Portable Data Unit 15 3.15A SB
(Capsule) (5x20mm)
F4 +24V_SCU Power supply to System 16 1A SB
Control&Alarm Unit (SD4-6) (5x20mm)
F5 +24V_AUX1 Auxiliary1: 24V output 17 1A SB
+24V_AUX2 Auxiliary2: 24V output 18 (5x20mm)
F6 +24V_IO Power supply for power e.g. speed 44-49 1A SB
log relay (5x20mm)
3.4 LED’s
The outputs, showed in the picture below, are fused and have a voltage check which shows
OK with a LED if the voltage is over 17V and not OK if the voltage is below 15V. If the fuse
is intact the LED will be ON.
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4 Regulations
4.1 Purpose of VDR
According to IMO, the purpose of a Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) is to maintain a store, in a
secure and retrievable form, of information concerning the position, movement physical
status, command and control of a vessel over the period leading up to, and following, an
incident having an impact thereon. This information is for use during any subsequent
investigation to identify the cause(s) of the incident.
4.2 Carriage requirements and data items to be recorded

Further IMO [SOLAS] has regulated that all ships (fishing ships excluded) over 3000 gross
tonnages engaged on international voyages shall be fitted with a VDR.
• Older cargo ships built before 1 July 2002 can have a Simplified VDR (S-VDR),
meaning that at least Date and Time, Ship position, Speed, Heading, Bridge Audio,
Communication Audio, Radar main display and AIS, shall be recorded by the VDR
and stored in Final Recording Memory (FRM) and protected by a Capsule. (If more
bridge information is available as IEC 61162 [NMEA] data signals, it must also be
recorded).
• Modern cargo Ships (built after 1 July 2002), all passenger ships and all ro-ro
passenger ships must have “full” VDR, meaning that more information available on
the bridge must be recorded and stored in the FRM/Capsule. Such additional
information is Echo Sounder, IMO mandatory bridge alarms, Rudder order/response,
Main engine and Thruster order/response. If these ships are enjoined to have
indicators on bridge for Status of Hull- Watertight- and Fire- doors, Acceleration and
hull stresses, Wind speed and direction, that information must also be recorded and
stored.
4.3 Resistance to tampering and Continuity of operation

The equipment is designed, as far as practicable, so it is not possible to tamper with the data.
Any attempt to interfere with the integrity of the data or the recording is recorded by the
VDR. The recording progress must not be interrupted. If the ship’s emergency power is lost
the VDR proceeds recording the bridge audio for two hours. The VDR automatically starts
full recording again if power comes back.
The VDR Main unit must be locked and the key shall be kept by a dedicated officer e.g. the
Master or Safety Officer of the ship. The recording must be terminated only
• during essential maintenance purposes whilst the vessel is in port
• when the vessel is laid-up
All breaks and other interruptions in the normal VDR M4 operation are recorded in special
log and event files, which are not erased after 12 hours.
4.4 Ownership of VDR information

IMO has stated that the ship owner will, in all circumstances and at all times, own the VDR
and its information. However, in the event of an accident special guidelines would apply (see
page 20 in IMO MSC/Circ1024 in Annex 1). The owner is responsible, through its on-board
standing orders, for ensuring the timely preservation of relevant recorded evidence. Further
the owner of the ship shall make available and maintain instructions necessary to recover the
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recorded information. During the course of an investigation, the investigator shall have
custody of the original VDR information in the same way that the investigator will have
custody of other records and evidence under the Code for Investigation of Marine Causalities
and Incidents.
The procedure how to save and download data is described in chapter 2, Incidents and
Accidents. How to replay data is described in the Professional Player Guide. A special
instruction for investigation officials is described in the Investigative Authority Guide.
4.5 Annual performance test (APT)

IMO has also regulated in SOLAS that the VDR system, included all sensors, shall be subject
to an annual performance test. The test shall be conducted by an approved testing or
servicing facility to verify the accuracy, duration and recoverability of the recorded data. In
addition, tests and inspections shall be conducted to determine serviceability of all protective
enclosures and devices fitted to aid location. A copy of the certificate of compliance issued by
the testing facility, stating the date compliance and applicable performance standards, shall
be retained on board the ship.
The APT for Consilium VDR’s is performed by Consilium technicians approved by the
classification society and/or national maritime organization of the vessel’s flag state. APT
shall be ordered directly to Consilium Navigation in Nacka Sweden or via local Consilium
service agent.
All APT performed on Consilium VDR’s is managed from and registered in Consilium
Navigation Service Center in Nacka, Sweden. A unique numbered certificate is issued for
each APT and is only valid if signed by a technician approved by and listed at Consilium
Navigation.
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Annex 1 - Guidelines
INTERNATlONAL MARITlME ORGANlZATlON
4 ALBERT EMBANKMENT
LONDON SE1 7SR
Telephone: 020 7735 7611
Fax: 020 75873210
Telex: 23588 lMOLDN G
IMO
MSC/Circ.1024
29 May 2002
GUIDELINES ON VOYAGE DATA RECORDER (VDR)

OWNERSHIP AND RECOVERY
I The Maritime Safety Committee, at its seventy-fifth session (IS to 24 May 2002), approved the
annexed Guidelines on voyage data recorder (VDR) ownership and recovery which have been
developed to support provisions of the revised SOLAS regulation VIIS, as amended by resolution
MSC.99(73), and, in particular, to support the carriage requirements for voyage data recorders
contained in the revised SOLAS regulation V 120, which are expected to enter into force on I July
2002.
2 These Guidelines reflect the five basic issues relevant to VDR ownership and recovery, which are
ownership, custody, recovery, read-out and access to the VDR information, as envisaged by the
revised SOLAS chapter V.
3 In view of the complexity of the matter, close co-ordination and co-operation among interested
parties, as appropriate, in any recovery operation of a VDR is encouraged.
4 Member Governments are invited to bring the annexed Guidelines to the attention of all parties
concerned.
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MSC/Circ.1024
GUIDELINES ON VOYAGE DATA RECORDER (VDR)

OWNERSHIP AND RECOVERY
Ownership of VDR information
1 The ship owner will, in all circumstances and at all times, own the VDR and its information.
However, in the event of an accident the following guidelines would apply. The owner of the ship
should make available and maintain all decoding instructions necessary to recover the recorded
information.
Recovery of VDR and relevant information
2 Recovery of the VDR is conditional on the accessibility of the VDR or the information
contained therein.
1. Recovery of the VDR information should be undertaken as soon as possible after an accident
to best preserve the relevant evidence for use by both the investigator¹ and the ship owner.
As the investigator is very unlikely to be in a position to instigate this action soon enough
after the accident, the owner must be responsible, through its on-board standing orders, for
ensuring the timely preservation of this evidence.
2. In the case of abandonment of a vessel during an emergency, masters should, where time and
other responsibilities permit, take the necessary steps to preserve the VDR information until
it can be passed to the investigator.
3. Where the VDR is inaccessible and the information has not been retrieved prior to
abandonment, a decision will need to be taken by the flag State in co-operation with any
other substantially interested states² on the viability and cost of recovering the VDR balanced
against the potential use of the information. If it is decided to recover the VDR the
investigator should be responsible for coordinating its recovery. The possibility of the
capsule having sustained damage must be considered and specialist expertise will be required
to ensure the best chance of recovering and preserving the evidence. In addition, the
assistance and co-operation of the owners, insurers and the manufacturers of the VDR and
those of the protective capsule may be required.
Custody of VDR information:
3 In all circumstances, during the course of an investigation, the investigator should have
custody of the original VDR information in the same way that the investigator would have custody of
other records or evidence under the Code for the Investigation of Marine Casualties and Incidents.
1. The term investigator refers to the Marine Casualty Investigator as per the term of the Code for
Investigation of Marine Casualties and Incidents.
2. Refer to paragraph 4.11 for the Investigation of Marine Casualties and Incidents, as adopted by
resolution A.849(20).
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MSC/Circ.1024
ANNEX
Page 2
Read-out of VDR information:
4 In all circumstances the investigator is responsible to arrange downloading and read-out of the
information and should keep the ship owner fully informed. In some cases, the assistance of
specialist expertise may be required.
Access to the VDR information:
5 A copy of the VDR information must be provided to the ship owner at an early stage in all
circumstances.
6 Further access to the information will be governed by the applicable domestic legislation of the flag
State, coastal State and other substantially interested States as appropriate and the guidelines given in
the Code for the Investigation of Marine Casualties and Incidents.
7 Any disclosure of VDR information should be in accordance with section 10 of the Code for the
Investigation of Marine Casualties and Incidents.
Annex 2 - Quick Guide - Backup Procedure

See next two pages.
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BACKUP PROCEDURE S-VDR/VDR M4
! GENERAL INFORMATION
NOTE
The VDR continuously
For detailed
records data to the information see:
USB memory stick. User Guide in
Constant data recording Next USB stick in S-VDR/VDR
In order to safely to the USB stick there is a VDR Main Unit Technical Manual
remove the USB stick, warning: 709502B0
follow the steps
below.
A HOW TO COMPLETE A BACKUP
Press and
hold O O 1
Backup
button Let go Then
after 2 there is a 174
The seconds warning
display PRESS 2 SEC TO STOPPING BACKUP READY -
NORMAL OPERATION STOP BACKUP and the BACKUP...… and the SAVED TO USB-MEM
shows: display red LED
shows: is OFF.
See next
NOTE page
The USB stick now contains the recorded VDR data (until removed from and placed back in its holder in Main Unit).
Data can NOT be saved to the USB stick until it has been removed and replaced again.
SW VER: 709600C ÇConsilium

BACKUP PROCEDURE S-VDR/VDR M4
B DECIDE IF THE USB STICK SHALL BE REMOVED
NOTE NOTE
If the saved data includes If yes, remove the 1 If the USB stick is
information which can be USB stick. removed by accident
subject to an authority While the 176 WITHOUT a previous
investigation, we strongly USB stick is backup procedure
recommend NOT removed DATA MIGHT BE
removing the USB stick USB MEMORY CORRUPT. If not it
from the holder in the there is a NOT CONNECTED will include the latest
VDR (unless intentionally warning: 12 hrs period of data
giving access to another (if available), up to that
accident/ incident backup). very minute.
C REPLACE THE USB STICK
Put the removed or

a new USB stick
NOTE back into the holder
O NOTE
To enable a new backup in Main unit. When the USB stick is
the USB stick must be replaced after
removed from its holder After a few removed from its
and placed back again, or seconds the holder in Main Unit,
be replaced by another display
NORMAL OPERATION the VDR starts
USB stick purchased recording data to it,
ONLY from Consilium. shows: erasing the oldest
minutes first.
SW VER: 709600C ÇConsilium

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Professional Player
Guide
Document No. 709630

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Table of Contents
1 Presentation of the Voyage Data Professional Player................................................................... 4

2 Installing the VD Player software................................................................................................. 4
2.1 Installation in the computer .................................................................................................. 4
2.2 Passwords.............................................................................................................................. 4
3 Starting the Player......................................................................................................................... 5
3.1 First time (no data imported in Video Data Base-VDB) ...................................................... 5
3.2 Starting the player when data is already saved in the VDB.................................................. 6
4 Running the Player........................................................................................................................ 6
4.1 Toolbars and icons ................................................................................................................ 6
4.2 Status bar............................................................................................................................... 8
4.3 Display pages and visible information.................................................................................. 8
4.3.1 Choose information to be displayed ............................................................................. 9
4.3.2 Arrange the information on the screen.......................................................................... 9
4.4 Start and stop the playback. ................................................................................................ 10
4.5 Change playback speed....................................................................................................... 10
4.6 Listen to the Audio.............................................................................................................. 11
5 Stopping the Player ..................................................................................................................... 11
5.1 Close the VDB / Save the player (VDB) configuration...................................................... 11
5.2 Save VDB with new name.................................................................................................. 12
5.3 Change name of old VDB................................................................................................... 12
5.4 Delete a VDB...................................................................................................................... 13
6 Menu walk through ..................................................................................................................... 14
6.1 Menus on menu bar............................................................................................................. 14
6.1.1 File Menu .................................................................................................................... 14
6.1.2 View Menu.................................................................................................................. 14
6.1.3 Playback Menu............................................................................................................ 14
6.1.4 Window Menu ............................................................................................................ 14
6.1.5 Help Menu .................................................................................................................. 14
6.2 Sub menus........................................................................................................................... 15
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Notes and Updates

Revisions:
2006-06-16 A0 NE Document created. Preliminary issue.
2007-11-07 A1 NE Editorial corrections
2008-12-18 A2 ES Editorial corrections
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1 Presentation of the Voyage Data Professional Player

The Voyage Data Player is a PC program for playback of VDR data, recorded by any model of
Consilium Voyage Data Recorders.
All data, configuration files and event files in the VDR can easily be displayed in the program. Most
information is presented in pictures, values or status corresponding to the value or status shown on
the bridge. Some of them are shown on animated meters and displays similar to that on the bridge.
The presented information is split in the Player in following preset sections for easy overview,
finding and comparison of essential data:
• Video Radar(s) and other video displays if recorded
• Navigation/Manoeuvring Position, Heading, Speed, Depth, Engine controls etc.
• Alarms/Indications Bridge Main Alarms, Door indicators
• Composite/Animation Presentation of data on displays and meters like on bridge
The Voyage Data Professional Player is designed for replays where a general apprehension is needed
of an accident or incident, in what order episodes has happened and actions has been taken etc. All
recorded data can be presented as requested by IMO regulations for VDR and S-VDR.
For detailed investigation purposes Consilium has developed an extended Voyage Data Player:
Consilium Voyage Data Analyzing Player. That player has special enhanced functions for analyzing
and penetration of the recorded data such as: Fast, slow, and static mode presentation, raw data and
graphic data presentation, search functions etc.
For detailed information and ordering of the Consilium Voyage data Analyzing Player, please
contact Consilium Navigation, Nacka, Sweden or your own Consilium Agent.
2 Installing the VD Player software

2.1 Installation in the computer
The Voyage Data Player is supplied on a CD or with the VDR data on an USB stick. Should the
installer not start automatically, click on Start/Run and enter d:\install.exe where d: stands for your
drive where the VD Player software is inserted.
Follow the instructions on your computer screen.
After the installation is finished, there will be a Player icon on your desktop and a Consilium item on
the Start menu.
2.2 Passwords
The VDR Player is password protected. Two levels of access are provided:
• Limited access; excluding audio data. The audio indicator will not be shown.
• Full access: including audio data
When the VDR Player is initially started, the user must supply a user name, an activation code and
a password. The password is used to define the access level for the current session. If all entered
information is correct the Player will start. Only the password will be required at all subsequent
start-ups. Activation information will be assigned to registered users only.
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3 Starting the Player

NOTE: Always copy the recorded VDR files to your local hard drive before running the
Player. Never run the Player directly from the USB stick.
3.1 First time (no data imported in Video Data Base-VDB)

Make the recorded VDR files available from the same computer as the player program. Open the
Player program by double clicking on the Player Icon:
When the program opens, choose File on the menu bar and then Import VDB on the drop down
menu.
Write the path in Source Directory box or use the Browse function to find the Voyage Data Base
directory (VDB) which contains the recorded VDR files. Click OK.
If the directory does not contain recorded data following dialog box is shown:
The VDB can be given a new “Data Base name”, e.g. the name of the vessel and/or incident and
date.
If the VDB is collected from a source outside the own computer memory (e.g. network, DVD, CD,
USB stick) it must be copied to own computer by marking “Copy source files” and by defining
“Destination data directory”. Further “Description” (notations) can be connected to the saved version
(configuration) of the VDB.
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3.2 Starting the player when data is already saved in the VDB
Open the Player program by double clicking on the Player Icon:
When the program opens choose File on the menu bar and then Open VDB on the drop down menu.
Click OK. A list will be shown containing earlier imported VDB.
Choose one of the VDB and click OK.
4 Running the Player

4.1 Toolbars and icons
The program starts and the first window will probably look like this:
The caption of the Player at the top of the main window shows the type of Player and the name given
to the replayed data (VDB) – normally the name of the ship, plus incident and date if needed.
The command interface has four toolbars controlling various functions of the Player. The toolbars
may be docked below the menu bar or can be ripped off and used as free-floating objects.
All functions on the toolbars can be handled from the curtain menus at the menu bar. Several
functions can also be handled by double or right clicking at actual window (see detailed instruction
below).
The toolbars and their functions are:
• VDB bar:
1 2 3
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1: Importing a new VDB

2: Opening an earlier imported VDB
3: Closing an opened VDB
• Playback bar:
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1: Rewind (Pan zoomed playback time range one step to the left)
2: Start playback
3: Stop playback
4: Forward (Pan zoomed playback time range one step to the right)
5: Normal playback speed. (Read actual speed mode at the status/foot-bar)
6: Faster/slower playback speed (choose from dialog box)
7: Enter precise position of inspection pointer (= playback starting time, UTC (Coordinated
Universal Time))
8: Return to Speed initialisation box, when in Fast/slow playback mode
• Ruler bar:
1 2 3 4 5 6
1: Reset to show full playback time range

2: Zoom out the playback time range
3: Zoom in the playback time range
4: Time ruler showing the playback time range (UTC). Brakes in recording are marked red
on the time ruler
5: Inspection pointer showing actual playback time (UTC) on the time ruler. Left-click and
drag to move left and right.
6: Actual playback date and time (UTC)
• View bar
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1: Shrink picture windows
2: Grow picture windows
3: Toggle selected window caption on/off (for saving space on the display)
4: Resize selected window to full screen
5: Toggle Ruler bar on/off (for saving space on the display)
6: Toggle Playback bar on/off
7: Open “Data windows” selection box (see 4.3.1 below)
• Audio bar
1 2
1: Each square representing one audio channel. Toggle sound on/off
2: Shows bridge microphones/audio zones dialog box
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4.2 Status bar

The status bar is placed at the foot of the main window.
/
1 2 3 4
1: Message / progress pane showing running status, directory loaded,

menu explanation, etc.
2: Vessel IMO ID and Name
3: Playback minute ID in VDB files
4: Mode indicator showing current playback mode
4.3 Display pages and visible information

The recorded data is assigned to four pages. There are four selectable pages (bottom left of the
screen) showing:
• Video Radar(s) and other video displays if recorded

• Navigation Position, Heading, Speed, Depth, Engine controls etc.
• Indications/Alarms Bridge Main Alarms, Door indicators
• Composite Presentation of data on displays and meters like on bridge.
Composite display will show data only if prepared at VDR
setup
The page will change by clicking on the page tab at the left bottom of the screen:
Before starting the replay there are no values or pictures in the displayed windows. When stopping
the replay all values/pictures will remain, corresponding to the time shown in the time window.
When a new starting time is chosen all values will disappear until the replay is started again.
Video page example Navigation page example
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Indication / Alarms page example Composite page example
4.3.1 Choose information to be displayed

Right click with the courser on the grey background and choose “Data Windows” or click
on the view bar (View menu: “Data Windows”).
The Data Windows box will show all channels and their status, selectable on the current page -
visible (YES/green) or not visible (NO/red).
The display status of each channel can be changed by double-clicking on the YES/NO dot.
4.3.2 Arrange the information on the screen

All information is displayed in own windows or grouped together in windows. Every window has a
name (caption) which can be displayed and removed by double-clicking on the background of the
window, or by using the caption icon on the view bar:
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(View menu: “Caption”).
The size of the windows can be changed by clicking on two up/down arrows on the top bar:
(View menu: “Grew/Shrink window”).
Video windows can be shown in full page format by clicking:
(View menu: “Full screen”)
4.4 Start and stop the playback.

The replay is started by clicking on the red play-arrow on the playback bar:
(Playback menu: “Start”)
Replay is stopped by clicking on the black square to the right. (Playback menu:”Stop”)
The exact displayed date and time UTC is shown to the right on the time bar:
As default the total recorded playback range (UTC) is shown on the time ruler. The grey inspection
pointer present actual playback time on the time ruler. The pointer can be moved to another time
position by left-click and drag.
(Playback mode: Set current playback time).
For easier handling a specific time sequence in a long recording, the playback time range on the time
ruler can be changed by using the buttons on left side of the time bar:
4.5 Change playback speed

The playback speed can be increased in fixed steps up to 100 times the normal speed, or decreased in
fixed steps down to 1/20 of normal speed. The function can be selected by clicking on the blue speed
icon on the playback menu:
Choose a new playback speed by moving the pointer to the left (decrease) or to the right (increase) in
the “Fast/Slow mode” window:
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Click on “OK”
The selected playback speed remains at every start until changed by or set back to normal. The “Fast
mode initialisation window” is returned to by clicking on the hammer icon on the playback bar:
Normal playback speed is returned to by clicking on the other (now blue) speed icon on the playback
bar:
4.6 Listen to the Audio

Microphones and VHF on the bridge are normally connected to four Channels. The microphone
channels are often representing 3 audio zones on the bridge:
1. Bridge centre (cockpit/conning place)
2. Bridge wings
3. Bridge aft (chart table, communication desk)
and one VHF channel, but other combinations can occur.
The audio channels can be toggled on/off directly on the Audio bar, or from the Audio dialog box
available from the button to the right on the Audio bar.
Each channel can be turned on/off separately or in any desired combination.

Audio volume can be adjusted by the computer / Windows volume control.
5 Stopping the Player

5.1 Close the VDB / Save the player (VDB) configuration
The VDB can be closed by pressing the “Close VDB” button to the right on the VDB bar. (File
menu: Close VDB). The playback must be stopped.
All changes made in the Player e.g. Data windows turned on/off, resized or moved to different
positions on screen, changed replay time range etc. can be saved. Next time that VDB is opened the
Player pages will appear in the same way as when it was closed.
Therefore there is a dialog box requesting to save the current VDB configuration each time the
present VDB, or the complete Player, is closed:
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The VDB configuration can also be saved while running the Player and not closing the VDB, by
selecting: File menu / “Save VDB configuration”.
5.2 Save VDB with new name

The current VDB can be saved with current settings as a new VDB by selecting: File menu / “Save
VDB configuration As”. The play back must be stopped. In the dialog box a new name can be given
to the VDB as well as new Description / notations.
The new VDB will be added to the “Select database”-list when opening a VDB and the previous
VDB will remain on the list as it was last time it was saved.
5.3 Change name of old VDB

To change the name and/or Descriptions of an earlier imported VDB on the “Select database”-list,
the player must be started without any VDB selected.
Select File menu “Open VDB” and click on the database to be renamed:
Press Edit button and make the changes in the new “Rename database”-box:
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Press the “Rename”-button.
Close the window or open a VDB by selecting it and press OK
5.4 Delete a VDB

To delete an earlier imported VDB on the “Select database”-list, the player must be started without
any VDB selected.
Select File menu “Delete database” and click on the VDB to be deleted. Press the “Delete”- button
and then, in next dialog box press “Yes”.
The actual version of the VDB with its configuration files will now be deleted.
NOTE: The source database is referred to in every VDB version, created from that imported
source data.
If that source data also shall be deleted, mark “delete source database” before pressing the
“Yes” button. Another dialog box will now tell the location of the VDB directory to be
deleted. If correct, press “Yes”.
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6 Menu walk through

6.1 Menus on menu bar
6.1.1 File Menu
Import VDB data see 3.1
Open VDB see 3.2
Close VDB see 4.1, 5.1
Save VDB configuration see 5.1
Save VDB configuration As… see 5.2
Delete VDB see 5.4
Recent VDB A list including the last eight opened VDB’s
Exit Close the Player
6.1.2 View Menu

Tool bars see 4.1
Status bars see 4.2
Caption Show or hide caption of picture/information window (see
4.3.2)
Grow/Shrink window Change size of information window in steps (see 4.3.2)
Full screen Change video channels to cover full screen (see 4.3.2)
Data windows Sub window showing/changing page information (see 4.3.1)
System errors Shows errors in VDR during replayed time
Shrink to fit Adjust size of video displays at full screen
Enlarge to fit Adjust size of video displays at full screen
6.1.3 Playback Menu

Rewind Pan zoomed playback time range one step to the left
Start Start replay (see 4.4)
Stop Stop replay (see 4.4)
Forward Pan zoomed playback time range one step to the right
Set current playback time Enter precise position of inspection pointer (see 4.4 Ruler bar)
Set visible playback time Change visible playback range on the time ruler (see 4.4 Ruler
bar)
Fast mode Faster/slower playback speeds (see 4.5)
Normal mode Revert to normal playback speed (see 4.5)
6.1.4 Window Menu

Cascade Arrange windows so they overlap each other
Tile Arrange windows as non-overlapping tiles
6.1.5 Help Menu

About VD Player Display program information, version number and copyright
Help Voyage Data Player help (Not yet implemented)
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6.2 Sub menus

Right hand click on the grey background for following box:
• Toolbars VDB-, Play back-, Ruler-, View-, Audio-bars on / off (see 4.1)
• Status Bar Status bar on off (see 4.2)
• Data Windows Change information on the page (see 4.3.1)
Right hand click on a picture/information window for:

• Full screen Change video channels to cover full screen (see 4.3.2)
• Caption Show or hide caption of picture/information window (see 4.3.2)
• Sort names Sort AIS names/information on AIS window
• Setup filter Filter information on AIS data window
• Sub channel titles Titles on/off in Indication/Alarm windows to save space
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S-VDR/VDR
éConsilium
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Investigative
Authority Guide
Document No. 709545
DC/DC conv
SIU boards
RGU board
Covered by a
plate
USB Memory stick

Fan
AMU
DCU board
In/out for board
IEC 61162/NMEA Microphones
Fuses
ETU
RS 485, USB VHF

Pulse inputs Mic. control
On/off inputs
Video
Cable glands
input
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Notes and Updates

Revisions:
2007-02-18 A1 NE Updated for M4. Capsules and flex memory. USB test
2007-10-22 B0 NE Updated to latest Capsule and USB constellation
2008-06-27 B1 ES Updated with copying the USB stick

Call: +46 8 563 051 00, ask for service department Consilium navigation.
Fax: +46 8 563 051 99
Email: service-navigation@consilium.se
Please note: Email is the preferred method of communication. Please state the fault or problem as
fully as possible, mentioning all details that could be relevant for solving the problem.
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Table of Contents
1 General .......................................................................................................................................4
1.1 Overview of this Manual.....................................................................................................4
1.2 Equipment ...........................................................................................................................4
1.3 VDR M4 memory functions................................................................................................4
2 How to download Data from VDR M4 ......................................................................................5
2.1 From a damaged Capsule ....................................................................................................5
2.2 From a Capsule connected to a VDR M4 ...........................................................................5
2.2.1 Capsule type A; PDU/PDU-S and C; Tron (Jotron) ....................................................5
2.2.2 Capsule type B; (HVR/SVR) .......................................................................................6
2.3 Saved Accident/Incident data by removing and copying the USB stick.............................6
2.4 Saved Accident/Incident data by copying the USB stick via Ethernet output ....................7
3 Data structure .............................................................................................................................7
3.1 File Types............................................................................................................................7
3.2 File Structure .......................................................................................................................8
3.2.1 File Names ...................................................................................................................9
4 Software for playback of recorded data ...................................................................................10
4.1 System Requirements........................................................................................................10
5 Annex .......................................................................................................................................11
5.1 Change IP ..........................................................................................................................11
5.2 Map Network Drive ..........................................................................................................13
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1 General
1.1 Overview of this Manual
The VDR M4 Investigation Authority Guide is mainly intended for use by an investigative body.
It contains information on how to download data from the VDR M4 and necessary information about
the downloaded data.
1.2 Equipment
• PC (Laptop) see 4.1 System Requirements.
• Standard Ethernet (CAT 5E) cable and passwords are needed.
• For L3 capsule: Software L3HVRReader.exe
Special software is needed for replaying the data:
- Consilium Voyage Data Professional Player (VDPP) is available for downloading from sent
out CD.
- Consilium Voyage Data Analyzing Player (VDAP) can be ordered from Consilium
Navigation AB.
Also see paragraph 4 below.
1.3 VDR M4 memory functions

The VDR M4 automatically records and stores data on the Capsule according to IMO resolution A.861
for the “full” VDR and according to IMO MSC.163(78) for the S-VDR. Such data is stored for 12
hours (optionally longer), and is then automatically over-written by new data. The VDR also records
data to an USB memory stick placed behind the locked door in Main Unit. In order to safely remove the
USB stick follow the Accident/Incident Backup procedure (see User Guide). That data will be saved
on the USB memory until it is removed and put back again.
Recorded and saved data can be downloaded to a PC (Laptop) in four ways:

1. Directly from the capsule it self, after capsule and/or data storing function has been exposed to a
destroying accident (see 2.1).
2. From the capsule connected to the VDR Main Unit via an Ethernet output (see 2.2).
3. By removing the Accident/Incident USB Memory Stick placed in the Main Unit and copying it
(e.g. by the crew for internal investigations) (see 2.3).
4. From the USB stick via an Ethernet output (see 2.4)
Optionally other connected input sources can also be recorded, i.e. other radar-, ECDIS-, conning-
displays, ITV, etc. Such data are normally not stored on the capsule memory, but on other internal or
external e.g. on a Portable Black Box (PBB).
Downloading data will not interrupt the VDR M4 saving of data on the capsule.
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2 How to download Data from VDR M4

2.1 From a damaged Capsule
A capsule which has been exposed to shock, penetration, fire, deep-sea pressure and immersion must be
treated by specialists before restoring data from its memory.
NOTE! When there is a risk that a capsule has been exposed to such damage Consilium
Navigation AB must be contacted before trying to restore data from it.
NOTE! In case of a malfunctioning MU but a Capsule not exposed to damage, we do not

recommend connecting the capsule to another MU as there is a risk of loss off data.
Consilium Navigation AB must be contacted.
2.2 From a Capsule connected to a VDR M4

Find what type of Capsule is installed on the vessel.
Capsules:
A: PDU / PDU-S
B: HVR / SVR (L3)
C: Tron (Jotron)
Data switch (ETU)
2.2.1 Capsule type A; PDU/PDU-S and C; Tron (Jotron)

1. Connect the Ethernet cable to a free socket in the VDR M4 switch (ETU).
2. Change the IP address of your computer to: “192.168.5.10 and Subnet mask:
255.255.255.0” (see Annex 5.1 - “Change IP”).
3. Select Map Network Drive (see Annex 5.2 - “Map Network Drive”).
4. Select a free drive (e.g. Z:) and folder \\192.168.5.250\data for Capsule type A and
normally folder \\192.168.5.250\vdr for Capsule type C.
5. When “Connected to local host”:
- For Capsule type A: use separately received User name and Password from Consilium
Navigation AB.
- For capsule type C: use separately received Password from
Consilium Navigation AB.
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6. Download data as follows:

- For a total capsule backup, copy whole “data” or “vdr” directory to a prepared directory on
the connected PC (Laptop).
- If a selected time window shall be downloaded. Study the capsule file structure under 3.3
below and find the relevant sequence of sub directories corresponding to required time
window.
NOTE: Directory name (data/vdr) and subdirectories “above” copied directories must then be
created and named “00” to make it possible for the Player software to identify the data.
2.2.2 Capsule type B; (HVR/SVR)

2. Turn the VDR power off according to Reboot instruction placed in door pocket.
4. Start the separate downloading software L3HVRReader.exe
5. Choose Standard mode
6. Set the IP address to 192.168.5.250
7. Click “Connect”
8. Mark “Latest” and required minutes backwards to be downloaded under “Data to retrieve”,
for example 120 minutes.
The capsule downloads data from last minute and backwards.
9. Under “Put retrieved data in” choose directory on connected PC (Laptop) to save the data.
10. Start downloading by clicking down left on “Go”.
11. When Reading Finished appears, data is available in chosen directory.
NOTE: Directory name (data/vdr) and subdirectories “above” copied directories must then be
created and named “00” to make it possible for the Voyage Data Player software to identify the
data.
NOTE: Do not download data when VDR is recording to the capsule type B
2.3 Saved Accident/Incident data by removing and copying the USB stick
When current capsule data has been saved on the USB memory (via an Accident/Incident Backup
procedure, see User Guide) the USB stick can be removed and put into and copied to any external PC
(Laptop) memory.
NOTE: The VDR records data to the USB memory stick. In order to safely remove the USB
stick follow the Accident/Incident procedure. If the USB is removed from its holder in Main
Unit without a previous Backup procedure, data might be missing or be corrupt.
NOTE: When the USB stick is put back into the VDR holder, the saving process of the capsule
memory starts directly, and the previous data will be gradually removed from the USB stick.
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2.4 Saved Accident/Incident data by copying the USB stick via Ethernet
output
When current capsule data has been saved on the USB memory (via an Accident/incident
backup procedure) and the stick has not been removed or replaced, the data can be copied to a
portable PC (Laptop) via an Ethernet output as follows:
3. Select Map Network Drive (see Annex 5.2 - “Map Network Drive”).
4. A User name and Password is requested, separately received from Consilium Navigation
AB.
5. Download data as follows:
o For a total USB stick backup, copy whole “data” or “vdr” directory to a prepared directory
on the connected PC (Laptop).
o If a selected time window shall be downloaded. Study the file structure under 3.3 below and
find the relevant sequence of sub directories corresponding to required time window.
NOTE: Directory name (data/vdr) and subdirectories “above” copied directories must then
be created and named “00” to make it possible for the Voyage Data Player software to
identify the data.
3 Data structure
3.1 File Types
All data is recorded when received or at preset intervals, and stored in folders for each minute of the
hour. All input data is written in the form of digital files. It takes the following form:
• Navigational data, depth, speed, IEC 61162/NMEA-compatible data, etc., is stored as text
files once per minute. The VDR M4 makes no attempt to decode the NMEA data, it just stores
it. At viewing time, it is up to the player application to decode the NMEA protocol data and
display it.
• Sound information from microphones, VHF communications, etc., is stored in the form of
compressed MPEG1 layer 2 sound files, once per minute, one for each of the four mixer
output channels.
• Video from radar and other high-resolution video sources is stored as JPEG files once every
15 seconds, in one file for each of the input channels.
• Ship specific data and configuration of the data needed for replaying are saved as
configuration text files (VDR config).
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• On the capsule type A and C the data is stored with a file structure in the FRM as explained
below.
• On the capsule type B the data is converted and stored in another format in the FRM. When
downloading the data from the FRM, using the software (HVR reader), the data is reverted to
the file structure explained below.
• On the USB memory stick the data is stored with a file structure as? in the FRM as explained
below.
3.2 File Structure
The lowest level in the file structure consists of a compressed folder named .zip.
All files are stored in a common directory structure on the hard disk consisting of:
One-minute directories for each stored minute of information, containing the audio channel files, high-
res video, low-res video files, and the VDR event.log file containing text.
• 100 (00-99) one-minute directories put into hundred-minute directories.
• 100 (00-99) hundred-minute directories put into ten-thousand-minute directories
• 100 (00-99) ten-thousand-minute directories put into one-million-minute directories
• 100 (00-99) one-million-minute directories put into the \VDR main directory.
There is no way of telling the exact time that data was recorded by looking at the directory names. The
time stamps are in the VDR event.log file of each minute directory. The interpretation of the data
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should be left to the Voyage Data Player. After 12 hours of data has been stored, the oldest data is
removed as the next minute is recorded.
3.2.1 File Names
The VDR event.log file containing time stamped NMEA data, system events, fault messages and other
text data has this name format:
VDR event.log
Example:
D:\VDR\00\00\01\47\VDRevent.log
Sound files containing mpeg 1 layer 2 encoded audio information are named after the mixer channel
whose data they contain, and ending in a .mp2 extension.
The file name format looks like this:
Audio[c]_[nnnnnnnnnn].mp2
where [c] is the channel number (1-4) and [n...n] is a system-generated ten-digit serial number.
Example:
D:\VDR\00\00\03\32\Audio2_1234567890.mp2
HiRes Video files containing radar images are named after the video channel whose data they contain,
and ending in a .jpg extension.
The file name format looks like this without Radar Grabber Unit (RGU):
HiRes[c]_[nnnnnnnnnn].jpg
where [c] is the channel number (0-3) and [n...n] is a system-generated ten-digit serial number.
Example:
D:\VDR\00\00\12\92\HiRes3_9087654321.jpg
And looks lika this with RGU:

RGU[c]_[nnnnn].jpg
Example:
D:\VDR\00\00\12\92\RGU1_90876.jpg
Low-Res Video files containing close-circuit TV images are named after the video channel whose data
they contain, and ending in a .jpg extension.
The file name format looks like this:
cctv[c]_[nnnnnnnnnn].jpg
where [c] is the channel number (arbitrary number) and [n...n] is a system-generated ten-digit serial
number.
Example:
D:\VDR\00\00\09\72\cctv4_9087654321.jpg
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4 Software for playback of recorded data

The Voyage Data Player (VDP) program provides an easy to use, interactive way of playing back
voyage data from the VDR M4 or a protective capsule on a PC (Laptop).
The information is presented in a user-friendly Windows interface, where different sensors are
displayed in different windows. All information, including audio playback, is synchronized in time and
simultaneously replayed.
With the VDP it is possible to locate an event or a time sequence of interest using various search
methods. It is possible to run the playback in normal, reverse, fast or step mode. It is easy to access data
by date and time.
The Voyage Data Player can be ordered from Consilium Navigation AB. Part number 707015.
4.1 System Requirements

The computer used should be equipped, at a minimum, according to the specifications in the Voyage
Data Player Specifications.
• DVD-R player
• Operating systems Windows NT, 2000 and XP
• Minimum 600 MHz Pentium III Processor
• Minimum 128 MB RAM
• Minimum 20 GB hard disk
• SoundBlaster compatible Audio board
• Graphics board capable of true color 1280*1024 pixels and 75Hz refresh-rate
• 21-inch monitor recommended
For detailed information of the Voyage Data Player (VDP) see Professional Player Guide.
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5 Annex
5.1 Change IP
Connect the PC to the Data switch in the Main unit
Data switch (ETU)
Make sure that Your PC TCP/IP settings are set as follows:
- Open your Networks connections from the Control Panel on your PC
- Right-click on Local Area Connection and select properties
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Select TCP/IP and select properties
Make sure that your settings are correct. Klick OK, OK.
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5.2 Map Network Drive
Open My Computer and select “Map Network Drive” under Tools.
Select a drive letter (Z:) and type in the capsules IP address and appropriate folder.
- The IP address is default 192.168.5.250 (normally) and the folder is “data” for
the PDU/PDU-S and “vdr” for the Tron (Jotron) capsule.
- E.g. \\192.168.5.250\vdr (for Tron).

- E.g. \\192.168.5.120\vdr (for USB stick).
Click Finish.
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Type in the appropriate User name and/or Password.

Click OK.
You are mapped and ready to look into the data files.
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Notes and Updates

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2005-01-17 A1 PL Corrections
2007-10-22 B0 NE SCU and Microphones removed. New pictures.
2008-11-25 B1 ES Updated email

Call: +46 8 563 051 00, ask for Project Department Consilium Navigation
Fax: +46 8 563 051 99
Email: project-navigation@consilium.se
Please NOTE: Email is the preferred method of communication. Please state the fault or problem
as fully as possible, mentioning all details that could be relevant for solving the problem
NOTE:
• A Technical Specification with facts of the different units in S-VDR/VDR can be
found in the Technical Manual
• A general System Description including explanation of the function of the S-

VDR/VDR units and how they are connected to each other can be found in the
Technical Manual
• This Installation Guide is covering the mechanical and electrical installation of the
Main Unit before turning the power on
• PLEASE CHECK THAT CORRECT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ARE

USED, CORRESPONDING TO DELIVERED TYPE OF PRODUCT
• It is necessary to follow the instructions in this and other mentioned documents for
guarantee claims
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Table of Contents
1 Mechanical installation ............................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Main Unit (MU)................................................................................................................ 4
1.1.1 Selecting location...................................................................................................... 4
1.1.2 Dimensions ............................................................................................................... 5
1.1.3 Mechanical mounting ............................................................................................... 5
2 Electrical installation ................................................................................................................ 5
2.1 Wiring principles .............................................................................................................. 5
2.1.1 Cable Dimensions and Standards ............................................................................. 5
2.1.2 Comments to signal cabling...................................................................................... 6
2.2 Main Unit (MU)................................................................................................................ 9
2.2.1 DCU board termination ............................................................................................ 9
2.2.2 Audio termination ................................................................................................... 13
2.2.3 Video termination ................................................................................................... 13
3 Pre-setup procedures............................................................................................................... 14
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1 Mechanical installation
1.1 Main Unit (MU)
1.1.1 Selecting location

• The MU cabinet shall be vertically mounted in a location where necessary cabling
from bridge equipment can be brought to the unit, preferably on the bridge or a space
close to the bridge.
• The location must have an easy access by OW for collecting and changing the
removable memory.
• The location must have space enough to give sufficient space and accessibility for
service and APT of the unit.
• The location shall be protected from weather and shall offer a stable temperature.
• The location shall not expose the unit to excessive vibration levels.
• The location shall be far from electrical installations giving excessive electric and/or
magnetic fields.
• The cabinet bottom shall be placed approximately 1,2 m from the floor where
practical.
• Distance to PSU should not exceed 10 cable meters (unless increases cable diameter).
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1.1.2 Dimensions
Main Unit (see drawing in Appendix)
1.1.3 Mechanical mounting

The MU cabinet shall be bolted to the bulkhead in its fixed brackets using 10-mm steel bolts.
Optimal distance from the cabinet bottom to the floor is 1.2 m to obtain sufficient working height
and space below for connected cables. It is also important to leave enough clearance in front of the
MU to allow door opening. See drawing in Appendix.
2 Electrical installation
This electrical installation guideline provides the reader being familiar with all including units and
boards as described in the System Description in this Technical Manual.
2.1 Wiring principles

2.1.1 Cable Dimensions and Standards
Make sure that the all cables are approved for marine environment usage.
2.1.1.1 SIGNAL CABLES

• All cables used for signal interconnection of the S-VDR/VDR system units shall have a
cross section of 0.5 mm2 with a voltage rating of at least 60 volts.
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• If the specifications state “twisted pair”, such cable should be used. Using any other cable
type will void warranty
• If the specifications state a screen should be used, either an aluminium foil screen with an
inlaid, blank, stranded conductor, or tinned copper braid should be used.
It is recommended to use a cable with numbered conductors. This makes identification much
easier, and minimizes the risk of miss-connections.
2.1.1.2 DC POWER CABLES

• All cables used for supplying DC power in the S-VDR/VDR system shall have a cross
section of at least 1.5 mm2 with a voltage rating of at least 120 volts. Using any other
cable type will void warranty.
• The installation directions may specify a heavier cross section.
It is recommended to use cable with coloured conductors, preferable one red part for the positive
voltage and one black part for negative return.
2.1.1.3 AC POWER CABLE

• All cables used for supplying AC power in the S-VDR/VDR system shall have a cross
section of at least 1.5 mm2 with a voltage rating of at least 500 volts.
• The cable must be UL registered, for the environment in which it is used. Failing to use
UL registered cable will void warranty.
• The cable must have three conductors, coloured blue, brown and yellow-green. The
yellow-green part is to be used for grounding only.
Follow established electrical safety regulations when selecting and using high voltage cabling.
2.1.2 Comments to signal cabling
2.1.2.1 NOISE
All cables with two or more parts are twisted (stranded) for manufacturing reasons. This does not
mean any two-conductor cable is a twisted pair.
• “Twisted pair” means two separated and isolated wires, twisted together in a special noise-
cancelling configuration.
• “Two twisted pairs” means two separate sets of such two wires, twisted together, not four
wires twisted together.
The twisted pair is a unit that by its twist protects itself from the environment, and protects the
environment (such as, the pair next to it) from itself. The pitch of the twist is carefully calculated
to maximize the noise-cancelling properties, which is not the case with ordinary multi-pole cable.
Thus, when using “Two twisted pairs” make sure using the two wires twisted together and not one
wire from each twisted pair.
Do not use twisted quads or ordinary multi-pole cable, which also has somewhat twisted parts.
In a twisted quad the signals in one pair will cross-couple to the other pair, because they are so
close, and because one pair has no means of protecting itself from the other pair. In an ordinary
multi-pole cable, the noise-cancelling properties are random or unknown i.e. cross-coupling
between the individual wires is bound to occur.
2.1.2.2 EMI
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) is everywhere. It is the unwanted signal component that
disrupts a system, creates unwanted noise in the audio channels, or causes the system to go down
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at irregular intervals. If EMI is not counter-acted at installation time, it will be very costly to
troubleshoot and change the system later. Intermittent faults with an EMI background can be
impossible to find.
The S-VDR/VDR MU has been designed and tested with EMI protection in mind, but defective
wiring may destroy that protection.
2.1.2.3 TERMINATION OF SIGNAL CABLES

To reduce the risk of:
• EMI induction
• Excessive noise on audio channels
• Short circuits
• Intermittent faults
• Entanglement
• Mix-ups
and to ease re-dressing of cabling and re-connections after service.
All signal cables must be connected carefully and by using described method depending on
type of connection block terminal.
1. Where the connection block terminals are of press-type we recommend to use bare
wires
2. Where the connection block terminals are of screw-type we recommend to press end-
caps on the bare wire ends as described below
Same principles can be used on power cables.
The free ends should be as short as possible, preferably around 10 – 15 millimetres. This tends to
make connecting more difficult, but greatly reduces the risk of EMI induction.
The end caps must be crimped with the proper tool to attain a proper connection. Never use pliers
or crimp-tools intended for anything else than end caps.
Examples of proper tools for crimping end caps, and a strip of end caps
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2.1.2.4 SHIELDS
Grounding a screen “for safety” or “for good measure” could be ruin noise immunity. Forming a
ground loop will let noise slip into the system.
NOTE: Shields shall be connected at the cable inlet tubes inside the Main Unit except for
Microphone terminals, VHF terminals, Auxiliary audio input and Radar.
Connect plates for

shields inside MU
Cable inlet tubes on the

underside of MU
The chassis (bulkhead) potential is never the same in both ends of the cable. Although the ship is
made of steel, large currents flowing through the hull may easily generate a potential difference of
several volts between different sections of the ship. The result is that noise current will start
flowing from the “high” end of the screen to the “low” end, maybe several amperes. On the way,
it will induce into the signal leads, causing signal degradation and improper operation of the S-
VDR/VDR system.
Where there is a risk that the shield wire can make short circuit to anything, solder traces, other
wires, chassis, bulkhead, etc., it must be protected with a slip-on plastic tube or shrink tubing.
Remember that the screen is not meant to carry any current or signal, it is only a screen.
2.1.2.5 CABLE INSTALLATION

Never strap high-current, noisy cables together with sensitive signal cables, shielded or
unshielded. The reason is once again to avoid noise induction. Two cables lying tightly together
work like a transformer and the noise in one cable is easily coupling to the other. The cheapest
measure of noise reduction is to keep sensitive cables away from noisy cables. Doing this at the
installation stage is much cheaper than fault-finding and re-engineering it later.
NOTE: All cables must be properly ID-marked (numbered) in both ends.
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2.2 Main Unit (MU)

Cables from external units shall be terminated in the MU as described below:
EXTERNAL INTERFACES, OVERVIEW

Input voltage DCU 24VDC (19VDC – 27.2VDC)
Power consumption DCU DCU: 20VA nominal
NMEA- HS input DCU Serial data input according to IEC 61162-2 (38400 bit/s).
NMEA input/output DCU Serial data input according to IEC 61162-1 (4800 bit/s)
Pulse inputs DCU 12VDC- 48VDC, 100p/M to 20000p/M
Resolution 0,1 Knot at 50 Knots
Updating frequency: 1,1Hz
Digital inputs DCU Input voltage: 12VDC- 48VDC
Absolute maximum rating: 8VDC – 55VDC
Relay outputs DCU Switching relay
Maximum voltage: 125VAC, 60VDC
Maximum current: 1A
RS-485 DCU Serial data according to RS-485
Baud rate: max 115200 bit/s
Service/APT/Investigator DCU Serial data RS-232 or USB 1.1 full speed, for additional PC
connection based user interface and software upgrade
Power distribution DCU 24V input distributed to outputs (19VDC to 27.2VDC)
Only termination procedure in the MU is described below.

See M4 System Description in this technical manual for units and boards in MU.
Terminations of the other cable ends are described in the installation guide of each unit
respectively.
2.2.1 DCU board termination

Terminal numbers are described below in numerical order.
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2.2.1.1 RS-232 SERIAL DATA INPUT

Transmit amplitude: min. ± 5V, output loaded to GND with 3kΩ.
Receive voltage: max ± 30V
Input resistance: 7kΩ ± 2kΩ
Transmitter output resistance: min. 300Ω
Maximum cable length: 15m
No Signal Function
1 Rx1 RS-232 Ch 1, Receive input for Service
2 Tx1 RS-232 Ch 1, Transmit input for Service
3 GND GND
4 Rx1 RS-232 Ch 2, Receive input from PSU
5 Tx1 RS-232 Ch 2, Transmit input to PSU
6 GND GND
7 +5V PSU +5V to supply opto couplers in the PSU-interface
Channel one also has a 9-pole female D-SUB connected in parallel, labeled: “RS-232 CH1”
(P303).
2.2.1.2 IEC 61162/NMEA OUT

Serial data input according to IEC 61162-1 (4800 bit/s).
No Signal Function
8 Tx1 NMEA Transmit signal 1
12 TxSCU NMEA Transmit signal to SCU (SD4-6)
13 RxSCU NMEA Receive signal from SCU (SD4-6)
2.2.1.3 +24V SUPPLY

NOTE: Double-check +/- potential. Reverse connection may destroy the equipment.
No Voltage Dir Connected unit Fuse

14 24VDC Out SIU (Network switch). Internal MU F2 3.15 A SB (5x20mm)
15 24VDC Out Portable Data Unit (Capsule) F3 5 A SB (5x20mm)
16 24VDC Out SCU (SD4-6) F4 3.15 A SB (5x20mm)
17 24VDC Out Aux.1 Spare F5 1 A SB (5x20mm)
18 24VDC Out Aux.2 Spare F5 1 A SB (5x20mm)
19 24VDC In PSU See NOTE below
NOTE: There is no main power switch in the MU because the PSU can generate 24VDC
from batteries without being powered by main AC power: Check that the 24VDC cables are
not connected in the PSU before terminating in MU.
2.2.1.4 RS-485, SERIAL DATA BUS

Transmit amplitude: min. 1,5V, max 5V, with a busload of 27Ω
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Receive voltage: min. 200mV

Input/output resistance: 120Ω
Maximum cable length: 300m
NOTE: Polarity of signal A and B is inverted from IEC 61162-1/NMEA standard.
No Signal Function
20 A RS-485 signal A
21 B RS-485 signal B
2.2.1.5 IEC 61162/NMEA-HS IN

No Signal Function
22 1A 1A, NMEA-HS
23 1B 1B, NMEA-HS
24 1C GND channel 1 NMEA-HS
25 2A 2A, NMEA-HS
26 2B 2B, NMEA-HS
27 2C GND channel 2 NMEA-HS
2.2.1.6 IEC 61162/NMEA IN

No Signal Function
28 Rx3 NMEA
29 Rx4 NMEA
30 Rx5 NMEA
31 Rx6 NMEA
32 Rx7 NMEA
33 Rx8 NMEA
34 Rx9 NMEA
35 Rx10 NMEA
36 Rx11 NMEA
37 Rx12 NMEA
38 Rx13 NMEA
39 Rx14 NMEA
40 Rx15 NMEA
41 Rx16 NMEA
2.2.1.7 USB DEVICE

No 42 and 43: Terminals for internal use.
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2.2.1.8 +24VDC (19VDC – 27.2VDC) OUTPUTS

No Signal Function Fuse
44 24V Supply voltage for opto coupler outputs or relay outputs. F6: 1A SB
2.2.1.9 DIGITAL INPUTS

No Signal Function
50 Pulse in 1 Pulse input no 1, Speed log 1
51 Pulse in 2 Pulse input no 2, Speed log 2
52 Dig in 3 Digital input no 3, Alarm mute
53 Dig in 4 Digital input no 4
All inputs:
Input voltage: 12VDC to 48VDC
Absolute maximum rating: 8VDC to 55VDC
Input Impedance: 1.2kΩ.
Pulse inputs:
Pulse rate: 100p/M to 20000p/M
Resolution: 0.1 knots at 50 knots
Updating frequency: 1.1Hz
2.2.1.10 RELAY OUTPUTS

No Signal Function
56 Rel out 1 Potential free relay output no 1
57 Rel out 2 Potential free relay output no 2
58 Sw rel 1 CM Switching relay no 1, Common
59 Sw rel 1 NC Switching relay no 1, Normally Closed
60 Sw rel 1 NO Switching relay no 1, Normally Open
61 Sw rel 2 CM Switching relay no 2, Common
62 Sw rel 2 NC Switching relay no 2, Normally Closed
63 Sw rel 2 NO Switching relay no 2, Normally Open
Maximum voltage: 125VAC, 60VDC

Maximum current: 1A
Maximum switching capacity: 30W
Minimum permissible load: 1mA, 5VDC
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2.2.2 Audio termination

At the Mixer Unit board, MU144, audio signals from eight ordinary acoustic-tested microphones
(MIC1 – MIC8) and two VHF stations (VHF1 and VHF2) can be terminated. In addition another
four audio sources can be connected.
Ordinary Microphone terminals:

J1 Microphone output plus
J2 Microphone output minus
J3 Cable screen. NOTE: Connected in
both ends
J4 Acoustic test plus
J5 Acoustic test minus
VHF terminals:
IN1+ Microphone
IN2+ Speaker
GND GND to Microphone,
GND to Speaker.
NOTE: Cable screen connected in
both ends
Auxiliary audio input:

J1 Audio signal plus
J2 GND, cable screen connected in both
ends
J3 Audio signal minus
When using “Two twisted pairs” make sure using the two wires twisted together and not one wire
from each twisted pair. If mixing the pairs, the noise-cancelling properties of the twisted pair are
lost.
2.2.3 Video termination

The video termination board, is placed at the bottom right of the MU-cabinet with its four lines of
5 BNC sockets each facing down, one line for each video channel to be connected. The 5 BNC
sockets in each line are: vertical sync (V 1-4), horizontal sync (H 1-4), red (R 1-4), green (G 1-4),
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blue (B 1-4). NOTE: Connect the cables in order according to the cable colours inside Main
Unit (see below).
Same colour of the

cables on the in- and
outside of MU
Video Termination board inside Main Unit Video Termination board outside Main Unit
NOTE: Optionally the VDR M4 can be delivered with a two channel board i.e. equipped
with two lines of BNC sockets. When only one video input is needed the VMU is replaced by
a plate with just one line of BNC sockets, placed as described above.
At the very few installations where a radar recording is not possible, a plate is covering the place
for video termination.
3 Pre-setup procedures
This paragraph provides information concerning the preparative checks and procedures to be done
as a completion of the electrical installation before supplying the S-VDR/VDR with power and
before performing the System Set up Procedure:
NOTE: Powering the S-VDR/VDR is not included in the Pre-Set up Procedure.

• Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any possible particles from the cabinet(s)
• Carry out a visual inspection of the installed components and cables referring to the
layouts of the unit and to the interconnection drawings
• Check that cable terminations have a firm grip of the cable wires
• Check that cable glands have a firm grip around the cables
• Check for proper cable bends to assure a proper amount of slack
• Check that ground connections are duly tightened as well as terminal connections on the
terminal boards
• Carefully check the main power voltage and the integrity of the fuses in PSU and MU
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Table of Contents
1.1 System Control&Alarm Unit (SCU), SD4-6 .................................................................... 4
1.1.2 Dimensions SCU....................................................................................................... 4
1.1.3 Alarm/Mute and backup sticker................................................................................ 5
1.2 Microphone AM1 and buzzer ........................................................................................... 7
1.2.2 Dimensions Microphone and Buzzer........................................................................ 8
2 Electrical Installation ................................................................................................................ 9
2.2 System Control&Alarm Unit (SCU)................................................................................. 9
2.3 Buzzer ............................................................................................................................. 10
2.4 Microphone AM1 ........................................................................................................... 10
2.5 Pre-setup procedures....................................................................................................... 11
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1.1 System Control&Alarm Unit (SCU), SD4-6
The System Control & Alarm Unit, also called display, is of type SD4-6.
NOTE: CHECK THAT CORRECT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ARE USED,

CORRESPONDING TO DELIVERED TYPE OF SYSTEM CONTROL & ALARM UNIT.

The SCU shall be placed easily accessible for the Officer on Watch (OW) at the position from
where the vessel normally is navigated. That can be in or adjacent to the bridge alarm panel, if
any. The unit is normally panel mounted, into a proper panel cut out. Optional bulkhead mounting
is used where not practical to have a panel mounted display.
1.1.2 Dimensions SCU

The dimensions for the SCU are: H = 144mm, W = 144mm and D = 16mm (excl connector).
Weight = 0.5 kg.
Drawing in Appendix.

(12 or 24 VDC nominal)
5 Buzzer output (+5VDC)
VDR
SD4-6
4 NMEA B out
3 NMEA A out
10 10..32 VDC
2 NMEA B in
1 NMEA A in
6 Not Used
7 Not Used
8 Not Used
Message id.
9 0 VDC
Warning
Alarm
Test
Message Scrolling
Back-up DIM
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1.1.3 Alarm/Mute and backup sticker

A sticker is supplied with the SCU to be placed close to it. It can be separated into two parts.
Alarm mute/acknowledge instruction

Press one time to mute the buzzer (buzzer repeats after app. 5 min)
Press a second time to acknowledge the displayed alarm
(buzzer will not repeat). Alarm LED will change from flashing to steady.
Check fault, consult manual
65 Perforation
mm Backup instruction Messages, total number
VDR
SD4-6 1
Press and hold for two seconds Message id.
Warning
174 Alarm
When display shows; BACKUP READY –

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Backup is ready, consult manual Message Scrolling
Test
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144mm
The SCU can be mounted on any flat panel or surface. Optional bulkhead mounting is used where
not practical to have a panel mounted display.
The four mounting holes enable mounting of the display with four supplied M5 screws and
washers from the front. Use the supplied M5 nuts on the backside or alternatively M5 threaded
holes in the panel. A panel cut-out must be made for the 10-pole cable connector according to the
drawing in Appendix.
Panel mounting:
1. Make a panel cut-out and drill the mounting holes.

2. Put the Neoprene gasket behind the SCU. Mount the SCU with the bolts and the plastic
sealing washers in the front side and tight the nuts from the backside.
The SCU itself is watertight when mounted into and sealed against a flat panel/console with dry
internal atmosphere.
SD4 bulkhead mounting:
1. Mount the SCU with the mounting box. Use the supplied Neoprene gasket between the
backside of the SCU and the front side of the mounting box. Mount the supplied M5 bolts
and plastic sealing washers from the front side.
2. Drill the mounting holes according to the drawing in Appendix. The mounting brackets
can be rotated and the cable gland can be moved if desired.
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See Appendix for drawings.
M5x30(x4) M5(x4)
Optional placement
of mounting bracket
6.6
SD4 BMB Bulkhead Mounting Box
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1.2 Microphone AM1 and buzzer

The Microphone and the buzzer are constructed for recess mounting in any flat panel; bulkhead or
ceiling. Optional bulkhead mounting is used when mounted on outside bridge wings or where it is
not practical to have a panel mounted microphone.
Mounting hole (2x)
Loudspeaker
Microphone
Cable clamp
Mounting hole (4x)
Microphone for panel mounting Microphone for bulkhead mounting e.g bridge wings

Microphone locations should be carefully chosen to optimize recording of all vital voice
communication at the bridge work stations as well as any other communication from
VHF/PA/intercom systems or audible alarm systems. Bridge work stations can be:
• centre conning line
• bridge wing(s)
• main radar
• chart table
• helmsman
• communication
In general one microphone shall be placed 0.5-1.5m in front of each person sitting or standing at a
work station. The number of microphones needed depends on the bridge layout. When two of the
working stations are very close to each other they can be covered by one microphone. Most
bridges can be covered by using four to six microphones.
NOTE: Carefully avoid microphone mounting close to fans, electrical motors,

ventilation in/outlets etc. generating sounds and vibrations when the vessel is in
operation.
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1.2.2 Dimensions Microphone and Buzzer

Drawing in Appendix.
Panel microphone
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SD4 BUZZER
U/N 704140
Microphone with housing Buzzer

The microphone and the buzzer are constructed for recess mounting in any flat panel; bulkhead or
ceiling, but optional bulkhead mounting is used for microphones when they are mounted on
outside bridge wings or where it is not practical to use panel mounting.
Panel mounting:
1. Drill the holes in the panel/ceiling according to the drawing in Appendix.
2. Mount with the two screws M5x30 and o-rings for microphones and washers for buzzer on
the front side and nuts on the backside (2x each, supplied). Make sure to leave 40mm
clearance from the backside for microphones.
Bulkhead mounting:
1. Mount into the housing using the two supplied M5x30 bolts.
2. Drill the holes in the i.e. bridgewings according to the drawing in Appendix.
3. Use the four M5 bolts to attach the housing.
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2 Electrical Installation
boards as described in the System Description of the VDR M4 in this Technical Manual.

NOTE: Wiring principles must be followed as described in Main Unit Installation guide.
2.2 System Control&Alarm Unit (SCU)

A cable with three twisted, stranded pairs with a common screen shall be used to connect the SCU
to the Main Unit. The interface can accommodate any reasonably wire length (300m) on a ship.
All cables are to be snapped into a connector that will be put in the socket on the back side of the
SCU. The list of terminal numbers and connections are also labelled on the backside of the SCU.
(12 or 24 VDC nominal)
5 Buzzer output (+5VDC)
4 NMEA B out
3 NMEA A out
10 10..32 VDC
2 NMEA B in
1 NMEA A in
6 Not Used
8 Not Used
7 Not Used
9 0 VDC
SCU back side
Term# SCU terminal Main Unit / DCU board terminal

1 NMEA A in 12 A / Tx SCU
2 NMEA B in 12 B / Tx SCU
3 NMEA A out 13 A / Rx SCU
4 NMEA B out 13 B / Rx SCU
5 Buzzer output (+5VDC) To buzzer
6-8 Not Used
9 0VDC 16 – (minus) / 24VDC SCU, Buzzer return
10 10 - 32VDC (12 or 24VDC nominal) 16 + (plus) / 24VDC SCU
Main Unit / DCU

board terminals
NOTE: Two cables have to fit in SCU number 9. It is recommended to use a maximum cable
diameter of 0,75mm² between MU and SCU and for buzzer return maximum 0,5mm².
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2.3 Buzzer
Installation:
Use clamping sleeves to the cable ends connected in the buzzer.
1. Connect one cable to the + pin and connect it to number 5 (buzzer output) in the SCU.
2. Connect the other cable to the – pin and the other end to pin number 9 (0VDC) in the SCU.
NOTE: Two cables have to fit in SCU number 9. It is recommended to use a maximum cable
diameter of 0,75mm² between MU and SCU and for buzzer return maximum 0,5mm².
Backside of the buzzer and SCU
2.4 Microphone AM1

A cable with two twisted pair cable with a common screen shall be used to connect each
microphone to the Main Unit. The interface can accommodate any reasonably wire length (300m)
on a ship.
The microphone is a sealed unit with push-press terminals on the circuit board on the back. It is
also available with a protective back cover, housing.
At the Audio Mixer Unit board, MU144, placed in Main Unit, audio signals from eight ordinary
acoustic-tested microphones (MIC1 – MIC8) and two VHF stations (VHF1 and VHF2) can be
terminated. In addition another four audio sources can be connected.
Tightening
gasket
Push-press
terminals,
J5 (at the top)
to J1
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Installation:
1. Connect the cables according to the diagram.
2. Make sure to connect the screen in J3 and in Main Unit for all microphones.
3. Strap the cable according to the picture below.
Mic term Main Unit, Mixer Unit terminal Comment

J1 MIC 1, J1 – MIC 8, J1 Microphone output plus
J2 MIC 1, J2 – MIC 8, J2 Microphone output minus
J3 MIC 1, J3 – MIC 8, J3 Cable screen. (NOTE: Connected in both ends)
J4 MIC 1, J4 – MIC 8, J4 Acoustic test plus
J5 MIC 1, J5 – MIC 8, J5 Acoustic test minus
Cable screen
connected in
MIC and MU
Strap for cable
2.5 Pre-setup procedures

as a completion of the electrical installation before supplying the VDR M4 with power and
Note: Powering the VDR M4 is not included in the Pre-Set up Procedure.
• Use a vacuum cleaner and carefully remove any possible particles from the cabinet(s)
terminal boards
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Table of Contents
1.1 Selecting location.............................................................................................................. 4
1.2 Dimensions ....................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Mechanical mounting ....................................................................................................... 5
2.5 Cabling.............................................................................................................................. 6
2.6 List of connections............................................................................................................ 7
2.7 Recommended cable types and functions ......................................................................... 7
2.8 Power up ........................................................................................................................... 8
3 Testing ...................................................................................................................................... 8
4 Pre-setup procedures................................................................................................................. 9
5 List of Spare Parts..................................................................................................................... 9
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CORRESPONDING TO DELIVERED TYPE OF POWER SUPPLY UNIT (PSU).
1.1 Selecting location

• The PSU cabinet shall be vertically mounted in a location not further than 10 cable meters
from the Main Unit (unless increases cable diameter is used)
• The location must have space enough to give sufficient space and accessibility for service
and Annual Performance Test of the unit
• The location shall be protected from weather and shall offer a stable temperature
• The location shall not expose the unit to excessive vibration levels
• The cabinet bottom shall be placed approximately 1.2 m from the floor where practical
1.2 Dimensions
The PSU is housed in an IP44 cabinet with dimensions H = 350mm, W = 260mm (box), W = 320
(including holders) and D = 220mm. All cabling is via cable glands in the bottom plate of the
cabinet. Weight = 17 kg.
(Drawing in Appendix).
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1.3 Mechanical mounting

The PSU4 shall be mounted on a wall. Secure the cabinet to the wall using four M8 steel bolts
and four washers as shown in the dimensional drawing above.
NOTE: To allow opening of the door, leave min 455mm free space from the wall.
The block diagram shows the general layout of the system.
IN P U T 1 1 5 /2 3 0 V A C 5 0 - 6 0 H z
L N PE
1 2 3 8 9 4 5 6 7
F5A F5A
OUTPUT FILTER
INPUT FILTER
+24V OUT
L O G IC A N D S E N S IN G
0V OUT
Rx
+BATT
B a tte r y
-B A T T Fuse Tx
open
R S 2 3 2 IN T E R F A C E
K1
K2
IN T E R F A C E U N IT
X3 X5 X6 X2
C ir c u it S ig n a l
b re a k e r
I
s w itc h
2x7A
L N PE BATTERY 1
12 V
0V
12Ah
BATTERY CHARGER
+24V BATTERY 2
12 V
12Ah
NOTE: Wiring principles must be followed as described in Main Unit Installation

guide under “General information of cables and connectors”.
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2.5 Cabling
All cables shall be connected to
the terminal blocks inside the
cabinet.
See left figure.
Charger Unit It is important to have a sturdy

ground connection between the
PSU cabinet (the grounding bolt)
and the hull structure.
See picture 1.
Alarm &Filter
Board All cabling to the unit should be
brought through the cable glands
ON
OFF
FUSE
2x F5A
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 in the bottom of the cabinet.
Shields shall be grounded in the
Connection PSU cable glands. It is important
Terminal that the shield covers the whole
top of the clamping sleeve to
secure contact with the inside of
Batteries the cable gland.
See picture 2 and 3.
2: Shield covering the top of the

clamping sleeve
Clamping sleeve
1: Ground connection 3: Cable before inserted into the cable gland
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2.6 List of connections
PSU4 Terminals Terminal color

1 L AC in (Dark grey)
2 N AC in (AC =230/115 V) (Blue)
3 PE Protective Earth (Green)
4 RX RS232 RxD (Grey)
5 GND MU RS232 GND (Grey)
6 +5V MU RS232 +5V (Grey)
7 TX RS232 TxD (Grey)
8 0V OUT 0V DC out (Dark grey)
9 +24V OUT +24V DC out (Red)
2.7 Recommended cable types and functions

All cabling should be brought through the tree cable glands in the bottom of the cabinet:
• 1x M20 x 1.5. Cable diameter 7-13mm. Width of jaw: 24mm
• 2x M25 x 1.5. Cable diameter 9-17mm. Width of jaw: 29mm
• 1x ground bolt - M8
Power input
PSU4 Ship’s Power Cable Type: Three stranded 2.5 mm² conductors,
Terminal brown, blue and yellow/green
1 AC in PSU4 live → Ship’s 100-230VAC supply
2 AC in PSU4 neutral → Ship’s AC neutral
3 Protective Earth PSU4 → ship’s protective earth. Use yellow/green wire
Control
PSU4 DCU terminal in Cable Type: Two twisted pairs with common screen
Terminal main unit (MU) min 0.5 mm² – max 1.5 mm²
4 5, Tx PSU Control VDR→ PSU4
5 6, GND PSU Control GND
6 7, +5V PSU Control +5V
7 4, Rx PSU Control PSU4→VDR
Power output
PSU4 DCU terminal in MU Cable Type: Two stranded 2.5 mm² conductors
Terminal
8 19, 24V PSU - 24V return. If possible use black wire
9 19, 24V PSU + 24V positive. If possible use red wire
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2.8 Power up
• Connect 115VAC or 230VAC to the system
• The green LED at the ALARM AND FILTER BOARD shall have fixed light. (Initially, at
power up, the green, the red and the yellow LED will shine for 2.5s)
• Before start testing, let the PSU run for at least 15 minutes for charging of batteries
• To power down the PSU, switch OFF the AC input and then press the switch marked
“Battery OFF” at the ALARM AND FILTER BOARD for at least 3 seconds
• If the PSU4 is not powered down properly the batteries will be drained
3 Testing
The PSU do not have a main switch. To switch the AC power ON and OFF, mount or dismount the
input fuse caps to the left of the terminal blocks.
Test 1: Switch OFF the AC power as described above: The green LED on the ALARM AND FILTER
BOARD shall go out. Instead the red LED shall be lit and have a fixed light.
Test 2: Press the switch on the ALARM AND FILTER BOARD marked “Battery OFF” (see fig
below) for 3 seconds: All LED:s shall go out and the 24 DC output voltage shall be switched off.
GREEN LED
RED LED
YELLOW LED
BATTERY
OFF
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as a completion of the electrical installation before supplying the VDR system with power and
before performing the System Setup Procedure:
Note: Powering the S-VDR/VDR M4 is not included in the Pre-Setup Procedure.
• Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any possible particles from the cabinet(s)
terminal boards
5 List of Spare Parts
Description Part number

Battery 709733
Alarm and Filter board 709734
Charger 709735
Fuse kit c/o 2 PCS F5A 250V 5x20mm 709736
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Table of Contents
1.2 Mechanical installation of Capsule type A: PDU and PDU-S.......................................... 5
1.2.1 Junction box for PDU capsule (optional) ................................................................. 6
1.3 Mechanical installation of Capsule type B: L3 / HVR and SVR...................................... 8
1.4 Mechanical installation of Capsule type C: Tron (Jotron) S-VDR................................. 10
1.4.1 Bracket for Tron (Jotron)(FBR-3) .......................................................................... 10
1.4.2 Junction Box Tron (Jotron)..................................................................................... 11
2 Electrical installation .............................................................................................................. 12
2.1 Wiring principals ............................................................................................................ 12
2.2 Electrical installation of Capsule type A: PDU and PDU-S ........................................... 12
2.3 Electrical installation of Capsule type B: L3 / HVR and SVR ....................................... 14
2.4 Electrical installation of Capsule type C: Tron (Jotron) ................................................. 15
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Fig. 1:
Capsule type A: PDU/PDU-S, Capsule type B: L3 HVR/SVR, Capsule type C: Tron (Jotron)

CORRESPONDING TO DELIVERED TYPE OF CAPSULE.

The protective capsule shall be sited in the vicinity of the bridge on the external deck area of the
vessel so as to maximise the probability of its survival and recovery following an incident. The
capsule shall be positioned clear of rigging and other potential obstructions and as near the
centreline of the ship as practicably possible.
Criteria to be considered when assessing the optimum position shall include but not be limited to
the following:
1. separation from fuel or potential fire sources,
2. separation from probable sources of mechanical damage,
3. operational environments for continued serviceability,
4. accessibility for routine maintenance,
5. facilitation of underwater removal and retrieval by both divers and ROVs. There shall be a
clear unobstructed space in the vicinity of the capsule to allow a ROV or diver to work
6. in case of afloat-free configuration, minimisation of risk of obstruction after release
Also consider that the cables to the capsule must be run such that they are protected from wear
and tear from weather, ice as well as other probable damage. Short exposure and if possible
covered cables on open deck is recommended.
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1.2 Mechanical installation of Capsule type A: PDU and PDU-S
Underwater location beacon
Quick release mechanism
Fig. 2: Dimensions of Capsule type A: PDU and PDU-S
• The capsule is delivered with four M10 hex bolts, nuts, washers and 20m cable,
prepared for installation.
• Compass safety distance for the capsule is 1 meter
• The capsule shall can be bolted to a mounting base/pedestal like shown below, lifting it
200-400 mm over the deck
Fig. 3: Exemple of mounting base for capsule
• The mounting base should be welded to the deck for attaining a good grounding
• Mounting holes for the capsule shall be drilled according to the diagram below
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Fig. 4: Mounting-holes diagram for capsule type A: PDU and PDU-S (Drawing in Appendix F1).
• Place the capsule on the mounting base.

• Use the supplied M10 bolts for mounting the capsule to the base (see fig below).
Inner hex bolt
Flat washer
PDU base
PDU mounting base
Spring washer
Hex nut
Fig. 5: Connection Drawing for Base Installation and Fixation (part)
NOTE: It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that the capsule housing is properly
grounded to the mounting base and that the mounting base is properly grounded to the hull.
This is done around the three mounting bolts by the mounting surface of the mounting base,
so that the stainless external lock washers contact the mounting base metal, while the other
side of the lock washers contacts the metal of the capsule mounting boss.
1.2.1 Junction box for PDU capsule (optional)

A Junction Box (JB) can be used for field wiring terminations between the Ethernet LAN and
power cables from the VDR system, and the interconnecting cables provided with the capsule.
The JB is not rated for exterior installation. It should be installed in an interior space close to
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the weather deck location where the capsule is mounted. Junction box dimensions and mounting
hole locations are shown in Figure 6.
Fig. 6: Junction Box Mounting Dimension for Capsule type A: PDU and PDU-S (drawing in
Appendix).
Mounting the PDU Junction Box:

1. Place the junction box in the desired interior space.
2. Drill the holes according to the drawing in Appendix.
3. Use four M6 bolts and four M6 nuts for mounting.
For detailed junction box installations see Electrical installation below.
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1.3 Mechanical installation of Capsule type B: L3 / HVR and SVR

The capsules HVR and SVR are delivered with lock washers, 3m power-supply cable and 3m
Ethernet CAT-5E cable, both pre-terminated in the capsule. Both cables shall be terminated in a
Junction box, mounted protected under deck.
Fig. 7: Dimensions of Capsule type B: L3 / HVR and SVR. Drawings in Appendix.
The capsule shall be bolted to a mounting base/pedestal like shown below, lifting it 200-400 mm
over the deck
Fig. 8: Example of mounting base for capsule
• The mounting base should be welded to the deck for attaining a good grounding
• Mounting holes for the capsule shall be drilled according to the diagram below
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Fig. 9: Mounting-holes diagram and grounding technique for capsule type B: L3 HVR/SVR
(Drawing in Appendix)
Mounting the L3 capsule:

1. Remove paint around holes on mounting brackets.
2. Apply Silicone sealant around mounting holes on capsule and on mounting brackets.
3. Mount the capsule base to the mounting base/pedestal with three stainless steel M12 bolts,
A4 lockwashers, A4 nuts (see fig above).
Compass safety distance for the capsule is 1 meter
For detailed installations see Electrical installation below.
side of the lock washers contacts the metal of the capsule mounting boss. Silicone sealant is
applied to all the bared metal before assembling and tightening.
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1.4 Mechanical installation of Capsule type C: Tron (Jotron) S-VDR
The Jotron Tron capsule is delivered with a 2.5 meter cable attached to the Float Free Bracket,
containing both power supply wiring and Ethernet data wiring. This wire shall be terminated in a
Junction box (JB). The JB shall be mounted protected and is recommended to be placed in an
interior space under deck.
Fig. 10: Dimensions of Capsule type C: Tron (Jotron)
1.4.1 Bracket for Tron (Jotron)(FBR-3)

The Jotron Tron S-VDR capsule is attached to the vessel by a special Float Free Bracket (FBR-3)
equipped with a Hydrostatic Release Mechanism.
Fig 11: Bracket Jotron Tron
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Mounting the Bracket:

1. Bolt the Bracket to a bulkhead or to other vertical surface, using M10 bolts in the four
mounting holes. See drawing in Appendix.
2. Place the lower part of the Capsule on the grip in the bracket and then push the Capsule
into the bracket.
Compass safety distance for the capsule is 1 meter
1.4.2 Junction Box Tron (Jotron)

The junction box for Jotron Tron S-VDR capsule is recommended to be mounted in an interior
space within the length of the cable attached to the bracket.
Fig. 12: Junction box for Capsule type C: Tron (Jotron) (drawing in Appendix).
Mounting Junction Box Tron (Jotron) capsule:

1. Drill the two mounting holes according to the drawing above.
2. Use two M4 bolts for mounting.
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Fig. 1:
Capsule type A: PDU/PDU-S Type B: L3 HVR/SVR Type C: Tron (Jotron)

CORRESPONDING TO DELIVERED TYPE OF CAPSULE
2.1 Wiring principals

NOTE: Wiring principles must be followed as described in MU Installation guide, unless
otherwise is prescribed below.
2.2 Electrical installation of Capsule type A: PDU and PDU-S

The capsule is delivered with 20m cable. The capsule has two connections, one for the power
supply cable (24 VDC) and one for the Ethernet data-cable. The capsule ends of the two cables are
equipped with plugs by the manufacturer.
Power input
Ethernet Input
Fig. 14: Connections on capsule type A
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The other end of the cable can be connected directly to the VDR M4 Main Unit (MU) or via a
special junction box (optional) if more than supplied 20m cable is needed.
For connection of the power-supply cable and the Ethernet-data cable in the VDR M4 MU, see
termination instruction in the Main Unit Installation Guide.
NOTE: It is important to have a sturdy ground connection between the capsule and the hull.
Mount a 10 mm wide ground cable between one of the capsule mounting bolts and a bolt in
the base/deck.
NOTE: The shielding of the power cable must be connected to the cable glands at the
junction box and the MU. For data cable use a shielded CAT-5 cable with a shielded RJ45
connector and connect it to Ethernet Switch inside VDR MU.
When the junction box is used, termination of the power-supply cable and the Ethernet-data cable
shall be performed as follows:
Fig. 15: Termination diagram Capsule – Junction Box – VDR M4 MU (capsule type A)
• The Power and the Ethernet cables from the Capsule shall be terminated in the sockets
marked “OUTPUT” in the Junction Box (JB) according to picture above and below.
• The Power and the Ethernet cables from the JB shall be terminated in the sockets marked
“INPUT” in the JB according to picture above and below.
TO VDR FROM
MAIN CAPSULE
UNIT
Fig. 16: Termination sockets in
Junction Box (capsule type A)
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2.3 Electrical installation of Capsule type B: L3 / HVR and SVR

The capsules HVR and SVR are delivered with 3m power-supply cable and 3m Ethernet CAT-5E
cable, both pre-terminated in the capsule. Both cables shall be terminated in a Junction box,
mounted protected under deck.
Identification of the cable wires as follows:
Fig. 17: Power wiring
Fig. 18: Ethernet wiring
NOTE: It is important to have a sturdy ground connection between the capsule and the hull.
Mount a 10 mm wide ground cable between one of the capsule mounting bolts and a i.e. bolt
in the base/deck.
Fig. 19: Connection Drawing for Base Installation, Fixation and grounding (part) for capsule type
B: L3 / HVR and SVR
side of the lock washers contacts the metal of the capsule mounting boss. Silicone sealant is
applied to all the bared metal before assembling and tightening.
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2.4 Electrical installation of Capsule type C: Tron (Jotron)

The Jotron Tron capsule is delivered with a 2.5 meter cable attached to the Float Free Bracket,
containing both power supply wiring and Ethernet data wiring. This wire shall be terminated in a
Junction box (JB), mounted protected preferably under deck.
Identification of the cable wires as follows:
Pin No Wire color bracket and JB Wire color capsule Function
1 Blue White Ethernet Tx +
2 Green Red Ethernet Tx -
3 Brown Green Ethernet Rx +
4 Yellow Brown Ethernet Rx -
5 Pink Yellow + Supply
6 Grey Black GND
Fig. 19: Capsule C: Jotron Tron S-VDR/Float Free Bracket wiring
• The cable from the Capsule/Float Free Bracket shall be terminated to the sockets marked
“CAPSULE” in the Junction Box (JB).
• The Ethernet-data (CAT-5E) cable to the S-VDR M4 Main Unit shall be terminated to the
sockets marked “LAN” in the JB.
• The power-supply cable to the Main Unit shall be terminated to the sockets marked
“POWER” in the JB.
• To ensure proper grounding use the three enclosed cable shoes to connect the braids of the
LAN, CAPSULE and POWER cables on the PCB inside the JB. See picture below.
Fuses for
+DC supply
and GND
Grounding for
LAN braid
Grounding for Grounding for

CAPSULE braid POWER braid
Fig. 20: Junction box termination sockets on capsule Jotron Tron S-VDR
IMPORTANT!
When installation of the junction box is complete:
• Place the bag with the silica gel in the JB

• Peel off the paper and fix the anticorrosion tape inside the lid
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as a completion of the electrical installation before supplying the VDR M4 with power and
NOTE: Powering the VDR M4 is not included in the Pre-Set up Procedure.
A. Secure the cables between the PDU and the JB to the deck.
B. Visually inspect all connectors to ensure they are fully seated.
C. Visually inspect all glands for tightness.
D. Visually inspect welds and mounting bolts.
E. Visually inspect for integrity of wire seals and safety wire.
F. Visually confirm all of the wiring in the JB is correct.
G. Close the JB and check JB lid screws for tightness.
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Please note: Email is the preferred method of communication. Please state the fault or
problem as fully as possible, mentioning all details that could be relevant for solving the
problem.
Note:
• A general System Description including explanation of the function of the

S-VDR/VDR units and how they are connected to each other can be found in the
Technical Manual
• This Installation Guide is covering the mechanical and electrical installation of

the Data Acquisition Unit before turning the power on

• It is necessary to follow the instructions in this and other mentioned documents

for guarantee claims
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Table of Contents
1 Mechanical Installation ...................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Selection Location...................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Installation materials .................................................................................................. 4
1.2.1 The DAU Components Diagram........................................................................ 4
1.2.2 Installation materials .......................................................................................... 5
1.3 Mounting procedure ................................................................................................... 5
1.3.1 Installation Preparation ...................................................................................... 5
1.3.2 Installation method ............................................................................................. 5
2 Electrical installation.......................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Connection Preparation .............................................................................................. 7
2.2 Cable entry ................................................................................................................. 8
2.3 Wiring......................................................................................................................... 9
2.4 Grounding................................................................................................................... 9
2.5 Connect the cable ..................................................................................................... 10
2.6 Fixing ....................................................................................................................... 10
3 Acquisition modules......................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Location and connection .......................................................................................... 15
3.1.1 Remove an acquisition module from the DAU ................................................ 15
3.1.2 Settings ............................................................................................................. 16
3.1.3 How to replace an acquisition module ............................................................. 17
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1 Mechanical Installation
1.1 Selection Location
The mounting location shall fulfill the following conditions:
z Refer to “DAU installation diagram, for the mechanical dimension drawing.
z The location needs to provide adequate space for cabling.
z Cables between the DAU and the VDR should be kept as short as possible.
z The location shall not expose the unit to excessive vibration.
z The location must be far from electrical equipment, e.g. radar transceiver and radio
communication equipment, etc., emitting excessive electric and/or magnetic field.
z The location must be easily accessible even with the front door opened, for operation,
maintenance and installation work, etc.
z The grounding cable shall be kept as short as possible.
z The location shall be protected from weather and offer a stable temperature.
1.2 Installation materials
1.2.1 The DAU Components Diagram
1 3 4 5
Fig 1-1 Acquisition Unit Components Diagram
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Components List:
Index Name Qty
1 Data Acquisition Unit 1
2 Lock 2
3 Inner hexagon head bolt 4
4 Anti-loosing washer 4
5 Flat washer 4
1.2.2 Installation materials
Component Fix Power Supply Box

Index Name Picture Description Qty Remarks
1 Inner hexagon M8×40 4 Mounting bracket
head bolt
2 Flat washer Ø8 4 Mounting bracket
3 Locking washer Ø8 4 Mounting bracket
4 Crimp-on-plug OT1.5-4 15 Ground
5 Crimp-on-plug H0.5-14 500 Terminals
For Crimp-on-plug, different types may be chosen according to the diameter size of the cable,
for example H1.0××, H1.5××
1.3 Mounting procedure
1.3.1 Installation Preparation

Before mounting the DAU, drill the appropriate mounting holes on the chosen location. Then
fix the mounting bracket to the bulkhead. Mechanical mounting according to: “Data
Acquisition Unit Installation Drawing”.
1.3.2 Installation method
Erect the DAU box, and the plane which contact ground like the below figure. Please take
care the device and prevent it from damage. Fig 1-2.
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Fig 1-2
z Ensure that the back of the DAU is fixed on the mounting wall; and the mounting holes
align with the ones in the mounting bracket. Then attaches the hex bolts, locking washers,
flat washers to the mounting holes, and loosely screw the bolts into the mounting bracket.
z Tighten the screws.
z Connect ground. Use a wire (ship/yard supply) binding to the install bolt and compact it
using its nut.
After mounting, the DAU looks like the figure below:
Connect ground
Fig 1-3 DAU mounted
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2.1 Connection Preparation
Before connecting, please refer to the VDR drawings issued by Consilium or shipyard
containing the VDR system cable diagram. The following are the methods of connection.
Check the cable gland distribution at the bottom before connecting.
Caution: Before system installation and power connection, external power supply must
be turned off.
Z1 Z2 Z3 Z4
Z5 Z6 Z7 Z8
Fig 1-4 Data Acquisition Unit Gland Distribution
There two kinds of cable glands at the bottom of the DAU unit. They have the same
structure, but different diameter size.
HEX NUT
HEX NUT
HERMETIC RUB
HERMETIC RUBBER
GLAND BODY GLAND BODY
LOCKSHEATH LOCKSHEATH
LOCKNUT LOCKNUT
CABLE
Fig 1-5 Structure of the gland
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Gland Tutorial:
z Remove the nut from the gland, and run the cable through locknut, pressurized lock
sheath, gland body, the motherboard of the box, hermetic rubber, hex nut, one by one.
z Put the locknut into the gland body, and screw the nut.
Warning: Unless specially requested, the DAU is supplied with two kinds of glands, see
table below.
Model Cable size applied Number supplied

(cable diameter）
TJM16 14 - 16 4
TJM22 20- 22 4
Cables go through the glands and then connected according to the terminal definition in
“VDR SYSTEM CABLE DIAGRAM”, insert the terminal in to the phoenix socket, in order
to connect with the acquisition module.
2.2 Cable entry

Run the cable through the gland into the DAU according to below picture:
GLAND
CABLE
Fig1-6 Run the cable through the gland
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2.3 Wiring
Cable termination:
Fig 1-7 Cable preparation
1. Firstly, remove about 20 cm of the plastic sheath, in order to expose the screen layer.
2. Cut off the screen, leaving about 5 cm.
3. Strip off 10mm of sheath on each core and fit crimp-on plugs to each conductor.
4. Insert the cable core into the phoenix socket.
2.4 Grounding
Use ring terminals for connection to the grounding board at the end of NSIU framework.
( Fig 1-8 )
NSIU FRAMEWORK
GROUNDING BOARD
Fig 1-8
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2.5 Connect the cable

Connect the phoenix terminals with the phoenix socket of the acquisition module Fig1-9.
PHOENIX TERMINAL
Fig 1- 9
2.6 Fixing
Fix the cable using the provided locations; make sure that the terminal is properly connected,
after that you should adjust the location of the cable, fix the cable using the clamp. Screw the
gland head to fix the nut (Fig 1-10).
CABLE FIXING LOCATIONS
CLAMP
Fig 1-10
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3 Acquisition modules
There are several different acquisition input modules available, for example:
• Analog Voltage Module, fig 2-1
• Analog Current Module, fig 2-2
• Dry Contact Digital Module, fig 2-3
One Central Module is required for communication with the acquisition modules, power
supply and NMEA output, shown in fig 2-4.
1. Analog Voltage Module:
Fig 2-1 Analog Voltage Module

Input range: -10V~+10V
Input signal number: 4
Input Impedance: >100kΩ
Resolution: 12 bit
Bipolar Offset @ +25°C: <5 bit
Isolation voltage:
Input-Output: 500VDC
Channel-Channel: 500VDC
Output precision: 0.5%
Power Consumption: 330mA +5V
50mA +12V/+15V
50mA -12V/-15V
Working Temperature: -20 ~ +70℃

Storage Temperature: -40 ～ +85℃
Note: Output Value (X) and Input Voltage (Y, unit: V) formula:
Y = (X-2048) / 2048×10；When Y=0V, X=2048
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Terminals definition:
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
CH1+ CH1- NC NC CH2+ CH2- NC NC
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
CH3+ CH3- NC NC CH4+ CH4- NC NC
Note: CHx+: Positive signal input for channel x.

CHx-: Negative signal input for channel x.
NC: No connection.
2. Analog Current Module
Fig 2-2 Analog Current Module

Input range: 4 ~ +20mA
Input signal number: 4
Input Impedance: 100Ω
Resolution : 12 bit
Bipolar Offset @ +25°C: <5 bit
Isolation voltage:
Channel-Channel: 500VDC
Output precision: 0.5%
Power: 330mA +5V
50mA +12V/+15V
50mA -12V/-15V
Working Temperature: -20 ~ +70°C
Storage Temperature: -40 +85°C
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Note: (1) Output Value (X) and Input Voltage (Y, unit: mA) formula:
Y = (X-2048) / 2048×10 When Y=0mA, X=2048.
(2) The terminals definition same as for Analog Voltage Module.
3. Dry Contact Module
Fig 2-3 Dry Contact Module

Channels: 16
Input Impedance: 150kΩ
Isolation voltage:
Output precision: No Error
Power: +5V 15mA
+24V 30mA (16 channels are 0)
+24V 90mA (16 channels are 1)
Working Temperature: -20 ~ +70°C
Storage Temperature: -40 +85°C
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
GND D15 D14 D13 D12 D11 D10 D9 D8
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D2 D0 GND
Note:
1. GND is input signal common reference.
2. Dx: Digital input number.
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Central Module:
Fig 2-4 Central Module
Power Supply: +24V (18~36V)

Output Power: +5V/4A, +12V/+15V/0.6A, -12V/-15V/0.6A
Input data protocol: RS-485, baud rate is 57,600bps
Output data protocol: RS-485, baud rate is 19,200bps
The output is a standard IEC 61162-1 sentence.

$VRXDR,type,data,unit,id,....*hh<CR><LF>
Type filed: S = switch open/closed
G = generic
Unit field is null.
ID field is constructed by the module address and channel number in module with 4 bytes.
Example sentence:
$VRXDR,G,2046,,0601,G,2054,,0602,G,2049,,0603,G,2049,,0704*4D
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
24V+ 24V- +15/12V -15/-12V VCC GND B A
Note:
1. Only one Central Modules can be connected.
2. All module addresses must be individual otherwise the internal communication
will fail because more then one module will transmit data at the same time.
3. All acquisition modules can be configured by the onboard DIP switch.
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4. The DIP switch in the Central Module is for configuring the number of
acquisition modules the controller manages.
If you need another kind of acquisition modules to be replaced, please contact us.
When you change the position or replace an acquisition module, you should set its address
correctly and plug-in the DAU box, nothing else is not needed.
3.1 Location and connection

Acquisition Modules connect their input signals with phoenix plugs to sockets on the PCB
board.
Fig 2-3 Acquisition modules installation location
3.1.1 Remove an acquisition module from the DAU
Procedure:
z Turn off the DAU power source.
z Please refer to the installation drawings in order to confirm the mounting location of the
acquisition module(s) (to be replaced) in the NSIU framework
z Loosen the fixed cable.
z Disconnect the phoenix plug from the acquisition module.
z Loosen and the two mounting bolts of the acquisition module
z Refer to (Fig 2-5). Remove the acquisition module
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Fig 2-5
3.1.2 Settings
The following method is suitable for configuring the address of an acquisition module.
On the acquisition module, there is a six bit DIP switch, which is used for setting the
physical address of the acquisition module. The preset address of the spare acquisition
module must most likely be changed before mounting. Set the address by selecting location
for every bit with hand or screwdriver, note that the address must be the same as the module
to be replaced, i.e. the status of two option switches must be identical.
Fig 2-6 Address Setting Switch（Analog Voltage Module）
Note: Same procedure for Analog Current Module.
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Fig 2-7 Address Setting Switch（Dry Contact Module）
3.1.3 How to replace an acquisition module

After the address has been configured, it may be mounted. Following procedure should be
followed:
z Push the acquisition module into the socket on the motherboard along the rails. Note the
direction of the module’s components side, and ensure that the connection between the
plug on the module and the socket on the motherboard is reliable and tight.
z Fix the acquisition module to the NSIU by screwing the two mounting bolts into the
module’s bracket and the framework.
z Insert the disconnected Phoenix plug into the socket on the acquisition module. Ensure
they are connected tight and reliable.
z Fix the front cover to the NSIU frame
z Power on the DAU and verify the functionality from the VDR or other means.
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Technical Manual
Portable Black Box before turning the power on

guarantee claims
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Table of Contents
1.2 Dimensions PBB............................................................................................................... 5
1.3 Dimensions PBB package................................................................................................. 6
1.4 Mechanical mounting ....................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Connect the PBB............................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Power up the PBB............................................................................................................. 8
2.3 Check if PBB is functional ............................................................................................... 8
2.4 Turn off the PBB............................................................................................................... 8
3 Retrieving Data form PBB Unit................................................................................................ 8
3.1 Accessing PBB’s data storage .......................................................................................... 8
3.2 Retrieving the desired data................................................................................................ 8
3.3 Playback of the retrieved data........................................................................................... 9
4 Possible LED indications.......................................................................................................... 9
6 Technical specification ........................................................................................................... 10
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There are two kinds of Portable Black Box (PBB), PBB 1 and PBB 2.

CORRESPONDING TO DELIVERED TYPE PBB.
PBB 1
PBB 2

The PBB shall be placed easily accessible for the Officer on Watch at the position from where the
vessel normally is navigated.
• The PBB shall be vertically mounted in the supplied bracket and safely secured with the
strap preventing it from falling down from its placement
• The location must provide sufficient space and accessibility for service of the unit
• The location shall be indoor and dry, protected from weather and shall offer a stable
temperature
• The location shall not expose the unit to excessive vibration levels
• Do not place the unit in direct sunlight or near chemicals
• Do not block or cover the ventilation openings on the side covers
• Allow sufficient air circulation for the product
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1.2 Dimensions PBB

Drawing in S-VDR/VDR Technical Manual Appendix or supplied.
PBB 1
PBB 2
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1.3 Dimensions PBB package
1.4 Mechanical mounting

The PBB will be delivered as a package consisting of a power cord with net adapter placed and
strapped in a bracket. Six screws are supplied for mounting. The bracket shall be mounted on any
flat vertical panel using the six mounting holes in the bracket without removing the PBB from the
bracket. See picture below.
NOTE: The PBB shall be standing vertically in the bracket and the bracket shall be
mounted.
6 mounting holes in bracket
Hooks for strap
PBB package frontside view PBB package side view

HOW TO:
Mount the bracket package:
• Mount the bracket with six M4 bolts on a vertical surface.
Remove the PBB from the bracket:

1. Unhook the strap on the front side.
2. Unplug the LAN and the DC12V cables (see electrical installation below).
3. Lift out the PBB from the bracket.
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Replace the PBB in the bracket:

1. Place the PBB tight to the front side of the bracket.
2. Pull the strap around the PBB and hook it into the hole on the front side.
3. Plug in the LAN and the DC12V cables (see electrical installation below).
boards as described in the System Description of the S-VDR/VDR in the Technical Manual.

CORRESPONDING TO DELIVERED TYPE OF PBB.
NOTE: Wiring principles must be followed as described in Main Unit Installation

guide, “General information of cables and connectors”.
2.1 Connect the PBB

1. Connect the PBB adapter into “DC in 12V” port and plug the power cord into power
source.
2. Use a CAT 5 cable and RJ45 connectors (preferably shielded connectors) and plug one end
into the PBB LAN port and the other end into the switch in the S-VDR/VDR main unit.
3. Wind the cables around the cable bearers to eliminate strain.
Ethernet switch
highlighted
Ethernet switch in main unit
Cable between
power source,
Cable between PBB LAN adapter and PBB
port and switch in main
Cable bearer
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2.2 Power up the PBB

1. Press the power button at the front. The blue and green LEDs will start blinking and
there will be a beep before the starting up phase is ready. Wait for constant blue power
LED.
2. When the power and status LEDs shines with a constant light the PBB is ON and
ready to use.
2.3 Check if PBB is functional

After successful software installation connect the PBB via FTP as user ‘admin’ (address
‘192.168.5.211/startup’).
A successful PBB installation has the following indications:
• ‘startup/updates’ directory is empty
• In the ‘vdrdata’ directory (it is located on the same level as ‘startup’ and should also be
accessible for ‘admin’) there shall be a file named ‘rbOK’.
Connect to the PBB at ‘192.168.5.211/vdrdata’ as a user ‘vdr’ to check that the recorded data is
accessible for external users.
2.4 Turn off the PBB

1. Press and hold power button.
2. The blue and green HDD LEDs will start blinking and there will be a beep before the
turning off process is over. Wait until the LEDs are OFF before disconnecting the unit.
3 Retrieving Data form PBB Unit

PBB has IP address 192.168.5.211. The connected PC shall have a network address that belongs
to the same network (e.g. 192.168.5.10). Please refer to Investigative Authority Guide, 5.1 for
instruction how to change IP-address of a PC.
3.1 Accessing PBB’s data storage

VDR data stored in the PBB can be accessed in two ways:
1. As share ‘vdrdata’ at ‘192.168.5.211’ (\\192.168.5.211\vdrdata) mapped as a network
drive. User name: ‘vdr’; password: ‘vdr’. For more information about mapping PBB as a
network drive – see Investigative Authority Guide, 5.2
2. Via FTP (ftp://192.168.5.211/vdrdata). User name: ‘vdr’; password: ‘vdr’.
In both cases user ‘vdr’ has a read-only access to the PBB.
3.2 Retrieving the desired data

After the connection to PBB’s data storage is established data can be transferred from the PBB to
a destination location (copied to a local hard disk). Data storage structure facilitates the locating of
the relevant data.
Data is stored divided into 6-hour portions starting from time 00:00 (00:00-05:59, 06:00-11.59,
12:00-17.59, 18:00-23:59). Each portion is stored in a separate directory named according to the
time of its creation: YYMMDD-HHMM (e.g. 070320-0000, 070320-0600 etc.).
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A new directory is also created when PBB or VDR is restarted (so directories with arbitrary time
in the names are possible: e.g. 070320-1739 followed by 070320-1800).
Note: Time used for data division is a PBB time (synchronisation with VDR time will be
implemented in the PBB software version 1.3).
3.3 Playback of the retrieved data

After the data is transferred it can be used either for backup (e.g. to a CD/DVD) or for playback
and analysis using the voyage data player. The player can work with one 6-hour data portion at a
time.
4 Possible LED indications
Power LED Status LED
LAN LED
HDD LED
LAN port
DC in 12 V
POWER button
PBB 1 frontside PBB 2 frontside PBB 1 backside PBB 2 backside
LED Color Status Description

• During System Boot-up
Blinking
• During System shutdown
Power Blue
Solid Light System Ready
Light Off Power Off
Solid Green Light Used HDD Capacity below 85%
• Used HDD capacity between 85-95%
Solid Orange Light
• HDD has not been formatted
• Used HDD capacity over 95%
Green/
Status
Orange Blinking Orange Light • HDD status abnormal
• Restoring to default value
Blinking after 5 sec of solid orange
No HDD
light
Light Off System Startup/Off
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Blinking During Read/Write

HDD Green
Light Off Can not Read/Write
Blinking Normal Operation
LAN Green
Light Off LAN cable not connected
as a completion of the electrical installation before supplying the S-VDR/VDR with power and
Note: Powering the S-VDR/VDR is not included in the Pre-Set up Procedure.
• Use a vacuum cleaner and carefully remove any possible particles from the cabinet(s)
terminal boards
6 Technical specification
Weight PBB 1 = 1.5 kg, PBB 2 = 1.5kg
Max capacity PBB 1 = 250GB, PBB 2 = 400GB
LAN port RJ45 (preferably a shielded connector), 10/100/1000Mbps
Software Consilium
External supply voltage PBB 1 = 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz
PBB 2 = 90-230VAC, 50-60Hz
Internal supply voltage 12VDC
Continuous power Up to 18W
Agency certification PBB 1 = FCC Class B, CE
PBB 2 = FCC Class B, CE Class B, BSMI Class C
Environment PBB 1 = RoHS compliant
Temperature range 10 to 35° C (operating), -10 to 70° C (storage)
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List of drawings
S-VDR/VDR Technical Manual – 709502
Name Drawing number Page
System Control&Alarm Unit (SD4-6) 704077 1
Panel Cutout SD4 704078 2
Bulkhead Mounting Box SD4 704084 3
Microphone (AM1) and housing AM1 707183 4
Data Acquisition Unit 708504 5
Capsule PDU/PDU-S 709254 6
PDU/PDU-S Junction box 709255 7
Capsule PDU/PDU-S mounting base 709256 8
M4 Main Unit 709605 9
Capsule Tron Jotron and mounting bracket 709701 10
Power Supply Unit 4 709739 11
Tron Jotron Junction box 709742 12
Portable Black Box 1 709841 13
Portable Black Box 2 709843 14
Capsule L3 HVR 02 709848 15
Capsule L3 SVR 02 709849 16
Total number of drawings 16
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How to use this manual

The sections in the Technical Manual are grouped as follows:

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Main Unit (MU)

Power Supply Unit (PSU4)

System Control&Alarm Unit (SCU, SD4-6)

Microphone (type AM1) and Buzzer (type SD4)

Data Acquisition Unit (DAU)

Capsule L3 (HVR02, SVR02)

Capsule Jotron (Tron) - For S-VDR only

Portable Black Box (PBB)

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• Video signals Radar

• Audio signals Microphones, VHF

• Analogue signals Controls, Meters and Gauges

• On/Off signals Indication-, Alarm/warning-lamps

Main Unit (MU) comprising Data Collecting Unit (DCU) Board

Power Supply Unit (PSU) Including 2hrs reserve power batteries

System Control&Alarm Unit (SCU) Remote Control and Alarm Panel

VDR M4.0 Main Unit

USB Memory stick

RS 485, USB VHF

Sockets for cable connections are shown in the MU Installation Manual.

USB Memory Stick

VDR M4 System Process

Investigative Authority download and Service

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Where to call in case of problems or faults

1.1 System Control and Alarm Unit (SCU) type SD4-6

Place of units, boards and USB Backup Memory stick in MU

1.1.3 Annual performance test (APT)

2 Incidents and Accidents

2.1 Incident/Accident Backup to an USB memory stick

2.1.1 Backup procedure

A. How to complete a Backup

Press Backup button

After 2 seconds depressing of the Backup button the display shows:

B. Decide if the USB memory stick in MU shall be removed -

While the stick is removed there is a warning:

BACKUP NOT AVAILABLE

2.2 Download to a temporarily connected external laptop

2.3 Download to a permanently connected PBB

2.4 Download by a direct connection from the capsule to an investigator

3 Alarms and warnings

Fig 1: Displays 1. Total number of